Shingrix Questions

Shingrix vs Zostavax - What's the difference between them?

Shingrix - Is the booster (follow up dose) as bad as the side effects produced with the first dose?

I am a pretty sure I can't work up the nerve to get the follow up shot as this made me pretty sick for days- maybe some one can tell me whether the side effects are muted with the second dose since our bodies should be more accustomed to it?

What Vaccines do I need if I'm over 50?

Shingrix - I am taking prednisone for asthma. I am told I should discontinue the prednisone course?

I have been taking prednisone for my asthma. I am being advised to take a drug called Nucala, which requires that I receive the Shingrix vaccination before I begin taking it. Should I stop the Prednisone before the shingrix vaccination; if so, for how long? And, once I get the first shot of the... read more

Shingrix - Shingles/Shingrex Vaccine?

I'm reading all the comments on the Shingrex vaccine. Trying to decide what to do. I've never had any reaction to a vaccine but I had a severe reaction to the covid vaccines. I also have type 2 diabetes. Don't know if related but timing is suspect. I've read many doctors suggest... read more

Shingrix - Shingrix affect gut microbiome?

I had a terrible reaction to my 2nd shot and a week later (in a few hours) still dealing with headache, stomach pain/discomfort, occasional lightheadedness and fatigue. For a year now I've been on an elimination diet to remove problem foods and attempting to heal my gut, and have successfully... read more

I got my first Shingrix vac. last Tuesday. Can I take 40 mg. prednisone (4-3-2-1) to break headache?