Don't Let Shingles
Take You By Surprise.
Shingles can cause a painful rash and may lead to long-lasting nerve pain. Vaccination can help reduce the risk of shingles and its complications. Speak with the healthcare team at Shree Polyclinic & Lab to know whether shingles vaccination may be appropriate for you.
Shingles Vaccination
Prevention can be an important part of protecting yourself against shingles and its complications.
Shingles Can Be More Than Just a Rash.
Shingles is a viral infection that can cause a painful rash and, in some people, long-lasting nerve pain.
Protect Yourself Before Shingles Strikes
Shingles vaccination can help reduce the risk of developing shingles and may reduce the risk of complications such as post-herpetic neuralgia.
Shingles – What You Should Know
Shingles, also called herpes zoster, occurs when the varicella-zoster virus becomes reactivated in the body after a previous chickenpox infection.
It commonly causes a painful, blistering rash that usually appears on one side of the body or face.
For some people, especially older adults, nerve pain can continue even after the rash has healed. This condition is called post-herpetic neuralgia.
Vaccination is an important preventive option for eligible adults. At Shree Polyclinic & Lab, our healthcare team can assess your age, medical history and previous vaccination history and guide you regarding shingles vaccination.
Protection When It Matters Most
Reduce the Risk of Shingles
Vaccination can significantly reduce the risk of developing shingles in eligible adults.
Reduce Risk of Nerve Pain
Shingles can sometimes result in persistent nerve pain known as post-herpetic neuralgia.
Important With Increasing Age
The risk of shingles and its complications generally increases with age.
Protect Your Quality of Life
Preventing a painful shingles episode may help reduce disruption to daily activities.
Doctor-Guided Prevention
Your healthcare team can help determine whether vaccination is appropriate for you.
Prefer Shingles Vaccination at Home?
Ask our team about convenient home vaccination services in Bangalore, subject to vaccine availability and clinical suitability.
Know Your Shingles Vaccine
Shingles vaccination recommendations depend on age, medical history, immune status and previous vaccination.
💉 Shingles / Herpes Zoster Vaccination Guide
Your doctor can determine eligibility and the appropriate vaccination schedule based on your individual health profile.
| Vaccine | Who May Need It? | Typical Schedule | Protects Against |
|---|---|---|---|
| Shingles / Herpes Zoster Vaccine | Adults for whom shingles vaccination is recommended, particularly older adults and certain higher-risk individuals. | Commonly a 2-dose series. Timing between doses depends on the vaccine and individual circumstances. | Shingles (herpes zoster) and helps reduce the risk of post-herpetic neuralgia. |
| Recombinant Zoster Vaccine | Adults who meet age-based or risk-based recommendations. | Usually given as 2 doses according to recommended intervals. | Shingles and complications associated with herpes zoster. |
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Shingles Vaccination Explained
Answers to common questions about shingles and herpes zoster vaccination.
Shingles, also called herpes zoster, is caused by reactivation of the varicella-zoster virus, the same virus that causes chickenpox. It commonly causes a painful rash, usually on one side of the body or face.
Yes. Some people develop post-herpetic neuralgia, a condition in which nerve pain continues after the shingles rash has healed. The risk generally increases with age.
Shingles vaccination is recommended for certain adults based on age and individual risk factors. Your doctor can assess your medical history, immune status and previous vaccination before recommending the vaccine.
In many cases, vaccination may still be recommended after a previous episode of shingles. The appropriate timing should be discussed with a healthcare professional.
The recombinant shingles vaccine is commonly administered as a two-dose series. The interval between doses depends on individual circumstances and current recommendations.
Many adults with chronic health conditions can receive recommended vaccines. Your doctor should review your medical condition, medications and immune status before vaccination.
Home vaccination may be available depending on location, vaccine availability and clinical suitability. Contact Shree Polyclinic & Lab to enquire about home vaccination.
Don't Wait for Shingles. Choose Prevention.
Speak with the healthcare team at Shree Polyclinic & Lab about shingles vaccination and find out whether it may be appropriate for you.