About the Chickenpox Vaccine
Yes, there’s a vaccine for chickenpox. It’s recommended, so ask your healthcare provider about the vaccine.
It is advised to take two doses. Your child should receive one dose between the ages of 12 and 15 months and a second dose between the ages of four and six years if they are under the age of thirteen.
You should receive two doses at least 28 days apart if you are 13 or older and have never received the vaccine.
Varivax® is a vaccine that is only used to prevent chickenpox. Another one is called ProQuad®, and it guards against MMRV (measles, mumps, rubella, and varicella).
The effectiveness of vaccination in preventing chickenpox is around 90%.