What is Shingles
Shingles: Your questions answered
Management of shingles
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If you’re still unsure about your eligibility or you want to learn more about shingles and the Shingles National Immunisation Programme, speak to your nurse or GP surgery.
Reporting of side effects
If you experience any side effects, talk to your pharmacist, nurse or doctor. This includes any possible side effects not listed in the package leaflet. You can also report side effects directly via the Yellow Card Scheme at https://yellowcard.mhra.gov.uk/. By reporting side effects, you can help provide more information on the safety of medicines.
References
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- DH Green Book Ch 28a. Shingles. 2023.
- NICE Clinical Knowledge Summaries. Shingles: What are the complications. 2021.
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- DH Green Book Ch 34. Varicella. 2019.
- UKHSA and NHS England. Shingles vaccination programme: changes from September 2023 letter. July 2023.