Side effects: The shingles vaccine may cause mild side effects such as soreness, redness, or swelling at the injection site, tiredness, headache, muscle pain, or mild fever.
Additional precautions: If a rash develops after vaccination, keep it covered and avoid close contact with individuals who are pregnant, immunocompromised, or have not had chickenpox. Follow age and eligibility guidance for vaccination.
Risks caused by shingles: Shingles is a painful viral infection caused by reactivation of the chickenpox virus. It can lead to long-lasting nerve pain, known as postherpetic neuralgia, as well as vision problems if the eyes are affected.