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You may get the Shingrix vaccine even if you have already had shingles.
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The CDC recommends two doses of the vaccine for adults 50 years and older, separated by 2 to 6 months.
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Those with weakened immune systems should also get two doses.
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Side effects of Shingrix are temporary.
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Those who have had a severe allergic reaction to any component of the vaccine or after a dose of Shingrix should not get it.
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You may get the Shingrix vaccine even if you've already had shingles. Also, consider getting the Shingrix vaccine if you've had the Zostavax vaccine in the past, or if you don't know whether you've had chickenpox.
Shingrix is a nonliving vaccine made of a virus component.
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