Live Attenuated Herpes Zoster Virus Vaccine [EPC] - N0000183905

Pharmacologic Class Information

Pharmacologic Code N0000183905
Pharmacologic Name Live Attenuated Herpes Zoster Virus Vaccine
Pharmacologic Uses
  • live attenuated herpes zoster virus vaccine
  • live attenuated Varicella zoster virus vaccine
Pharmacologic Concept Established Pharmacologic Classes - [EPC]
Pharmacologic Concept Description An established pharmacologic class is a term or phrase that is scientifically valid and clinically meaningful according to the following definitions:
  • A scientifically valid pharmacologic class is supported by documented and submitted empiric evidence showing that the drug's pharmacologic class is known, not theoretical, and relevant and specific to the indication.
  • A clinically meaningful pharmacologic class term or phrase enhances the ability of professionals to understand physiologic effects related to the indication or to anticipate undesirable effects that may be associated with the drug or pharmacologic class.

NDC Products with Live Attenuated Herpes Zoster Virus Vaccine

The table contains 2 products whose active ingredient are classified under the same pharmacologic class Live Attenuated Herpes Zoster Virus Vaccine [EPC].

NDC Proprietary Name Non-Proprietary Name Dosage Form Route Name Company Name Status
0006-4171Proquad Non-Proprietary Name: Measles, Mumps, Rubella And Varicella Virus Vaccine LiveInjection, Powder, Lyophilized, For SuspensionSubcutaneousMerck Sharp & Dohme LlcACTIVE
0006-4827Varivax Non-Proprietary Name: Varicella Virus Vaccine LiveInjection, Powder, Lyophilized, For SuspensionSubcutaneousMerck Sharp & Dohme LlcACTIVE