Prevents

Shingles (herpes zoster)

Dosing schedules

2-dose schedule for people aged 18–49 at increased risk of shingles

For: People with chronic conditions

Dose	Age	Minimum interval from previous dose
Dose 1 (Shingrix)	When a doctor determines the person is at increased risk of shingles	–
Dose 2 (Shingrix)	1 to 6 months after dose 1	30 days

Only for people at increased risk of shingles (immunocompromised, on immunosuppressive drugs, underlying conditions) as prescribed by a doctor. Immunocompromised or immunosuppressed people can receive dose 2 earlier, after 1–2 months.

Source: Recommended vaccination schedules for all ages in Vietnam (2026 edition). Reviewed on 07/10/2026.

2-dose schedule for people aged 50 and over (2–6 months apart)

For: Adults (18–59 years)

Dose	Age	Minimum interval from previous dose
Dose 1 (Shingrix)	50 years	–
Dose 2 (Shingrix)	2 to 6 months after dose 1	60 days

For people aged 50 and over, including older adults. People who have had shingles should still be vaccinated once the episode is over. Intramuscular, 0.5 ml per dose.

Source: Recommended vaccination schedules for all ages in Vietnam (2026 edition). Reviewed on 07/10/2026.

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Special precautions

Indicated from 50 years of age, or from 18 years for people at increased risk. 2 intramuscular doses 2–6 months apart.

Contraindications and deferrals

Contraindication Severe hypersensitivity to the active substance or to the AS01B adjuvant
Absolute contraindication.

Pregnancy and breastfeeding

Insufficient data