varicella vaccine + hepatitis A vaccine

The combination of varicella vaccine and hepatitis A vaccine refers to the co-administration of two separate vaccines, each targeting a different viral infection. The varicella vaccine is a live attenuated vaccine that induces immunity against the varicella-zoster virus (VZV), which causes chickenpox. It works by stimulating the immune system to produce antibodies against VZV, providing protection from future infection[1][6][8]. The hepatitis A vaccine is an inactivated (killed) virus vaccine that protects against hepatitis A virus (HAV) infection by inducing an immune response and antibody production specific to HAV[7]. Both vaccines are recommended for routine immunization in children starting at 12 months of age, with two doses required for long-term protection[3][7]. These vaccines may be administered simultaneously but as separate injections; there is no single licensed product combining both antigens into one formulation.

Brand names

OKAVAXAVAXIM 80AVAXIM80AVAXIM-80

Other names

VarV + HepA