VariZIG Side Effects

Generic name: varicella zoster immune globulin

Note: This document contains side effect information about varicella zoster immune globulin. Some of the dosage forms listed on this page may not apply to the brand name VariZIG.

Some side effects of VariZIG may not be reported. Always consult your doctor or healthcare specialist for medical advice. You may also report side effects to the FDA.

For the Consumer

Applies to varicella zoster immune globulin: parenteral powder for injection

Side effects include:

Pain at injection site, headache, rash, chills, fever, vomiting, nausea, arthralgia, low back pain, allergic reactions.

For Healthcare Professionals

Applies to varicella zoster immune globulin: intramuscular solution

Local

Local side effects have included pain, redness and swelling at the injection site.

Hypersensitivity

Hypersensitivity side effects have included angioneurotic edema and anaphylactic shock in less than 1 in 1,000 patients.

General

General side effects have included headache, chills, back pain and syncope.

Gastrointestinal

Gastrointestinal side effects have included nausea.

Dermatologic

Dermatologic side effects have included rash.

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