Received Aug 28, 2025
| Type | Name | Manufacturer | Dose | Lot | Route / Site |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| VARZOS | ZOSTER (NO BRAND NAME) | UNKNOWN MANUFACTURER | 1 | UNK | — |
allergic muscular reaction; This non-serious case was reported by a consumer via interactive digital media and described the occurrence of allergic reaction in a patient who received Herpes zoster (Shingles vaccine) for prophylaxis. The patient's past medical history included shingles. Previously administered products included Medrol. On an unknown date, the patient received the 1st dose of Shingles vaccine. On an unknown date, an unknown time after receiving Shingles vaccine, the patient experienced allergic reaction (Verbatim: allergic muscular reaction). The outcome of the allergic reaction was resolved (duration 2 years). It was unknown if the reporter considered the allergic reaction to be related to Shingles vaccine. It was unknown if the company considered the allergic reaction to be related to Shingles vaccine. Additional Information: GSK Receipt Date: 30-JUL-2025, 30-JUL-2025 This case was reported by a patient via interactive digital media. Patient got a Medrol Pack (controlled Prednisone) for the severe itching that disappeared within 2 doses) and a couple of viral antibiotics) especially for Shingles. Also stated that had relief within a few hours, blisters etc. all gone in a couple weeks, then later got 1st Shingle shot and had a huge 2 plus year allergic muscular reaction and stated that he/she will never get the 2nd one or they would be toying with a full-blown Guillain-Barre syndrome muscular and nerve damage non-reversible side effects.
Medical History/Concurrent Conditions: Shingles