Shingles Vaccine (Two Dose Vaccine For Shingles Prevention)

· Those in Tokyo who want to prevent shingles.
· Those with the age of 50 and older.
· Those with weakened immune systems.
· Those who want to avoid long term pain after shingles.
· Those who wish to protect their health as they age.

Shingles Vaccine is a vaccine that helps protect against shingles, a painful skin rash caused by the varicella zoster virus. This is the same virus that causes chicken pox. Even if you have had chickenpox years ago, the virus could stay in your body and become active again which can cause shingles at a later age.

Shingles Vaccine trains your immune systems to recognize and fight the virus that causes shingles before it can cause an outbreak. It uses just a part of the virus, not the whole virus, to safely create a strong defence in your body without making you sick.

Shingles Vaccine is given in two doses, with the second shot usually given 2 to 6 months after the first dose. It is recommended for people aged 50 and older and those with weaker immune systems. The vaccine lowers your chance of getting shingles and also helps prevent post herpetic neuralgia (PHN), a type of long-lasting nerve pain that can follow a shingles outbreak.

After receiving both doses of the vaccine, your body builds up protection that stays active for years. This helps stop the virus from waking up inside your body and spreading along the nerves, which is what causes the painful rash and possible nerve damage.

1. Consultation will be conducted by the doctor.
2. The upper arm area will be disinfected by the doctor.
3. The vaccine dose will be administered in the upper arm.
4. A scheduled appointment will be conducted by the doctor for the second dose injection.

<Advantages>
· Helps prevent shingles
· Reduces the risk of post-herpetic neuralgia (nerve pain)
· Safer for older adults and those with low immunity

<Limitations>
· Temporary side effects such as sore arm and fever for a few hours

· Can resume back to normal activities after taking the vaccine

Q1: Is Shingles Vaccine safe?
A1: Yes, Shingles Vaccine is tested and safe for most adults, including those over 50 years old.

Q2: How long does Shingles Vaccine procedure take?
A2: The Shingles Vaccine procedure takes less than 5 minutes.

Q3: How often should I get Shingles Vaccine?
A3: Patients are only required two doses of Shingles Vaccine; however, the vaccine can last up to 10 years. It is recommended to consult with the doctor at our affiliated clinic whether patients need to get vaccinated again.

Q4: How long should I wait between the first and second dose of Shingles Vaccine?
A4: The second dose of Shingles Vaccine is typically given between 2 to 6 months after the first dose.

Q5: Is there any downtime after Shingles Vaccine?
A5: There is no significant downtime after taking Shingles Vaccine, patients can resume their normal activities.

[Clinic Name] Forest of Regeneration Clinic Roppongi (Saisei No Mori Clinic)
[Location] Tokyo, Japan
[Nearest Station/ Nearest Tourist Destination] Clinic is located about 5 mins away from The National Art Center and 9 mins Roppngi Tunnel Wallart
[Clinic Opening Time] Monday - Friday (10:00AM - 3:00PM) ; Saturday (10:00AM - 2:00PM) ; Clinic Closed on Sunday, Public Holidays and every 1st, 3rd and 5th Fridays