Shingrix Dosage

Reconstitution

SHINGRIX is supplied in 2 vials that must be combined prior to administration. Prepare SHINGRIX by reconstituting the lyophilized varicella zoster virus glycoprotein E (gE) antigen component (powder) with the accompanying AS01B adjuvant suspension component (liquid). Use only the supplied adjuvant suspension component (liquid) for reconstitution. The reconstituted vaccine should be an opalescent, colorless to pale brownish liquid. Parenteral drug products should be inspected visually for particulate matter and discoloration prior to administration, whenever solution and container permit. If either of these conditions exists, the vaccine should not be administered.

Figure 1. Cleanse both vial stoppers. Using a sterile needle appropriate for administering SHINGRIX intramuscularly and a sterile syringe, withdraw the entire contents of the vial containing the adjuvant suspension component (liquid) by slightly tilting the vial. Vial 1 of 2.	Figure 2. Slowly transfer entire contents of syringe into the lyophilized gE antigen component vial (powder). Vial 2 of 2.	Figure 3. Gently swirl the vial until powder is completely dissolved. Do not shake vigorously.	Figure 4. After reconstitution, withdraw 0.5 mL from the vial containing the reconstituted vaccine and administer intramuscularly.

Administration Instructions

For intramuscular use.

After reconstitution, administer SHINGRIX immediately or store refrigerated between 2° and 8°C (36° and 46°F) and use within 6 hours. Discard reconstituted vaccine if not used within 6 hours.

Use a separate sterile needle and sterile syringe for each individual. The preferred site for intramuscular injection is the deltoid region of the upper arm.

Dose and Schedule

Two doses (0.5 mL each) administered intramuscularly according to the following schedules:

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A first dose at Month 0 followed by a second dose administered 2 to 6 months later.

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For individuals who are or will be immunodeficient or immunosuppressed and who would benefit from a shorter vaccination schedule: A first dose at Month 0 followed by a second dose administered 1 to 2 months later.