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Using vaccines during breastfeeding
Refrigerated Storage
VarilrixGSK
In the event of an inadvertent temperature excursion the following data may be used:
Stability data indicate that the vaccine components are stable at temperatures up to 25°C for a cumulative time of 72 hours.
Temperature excursions down to -20°C do not impact the quality of the product.
The product can be returned to the fridge and no change in expiry dates is required if exposed to the above conditions.
Contact GSK in cases where additional stability data is required. Refer to the electronic medicines compendium (eMC) at https://www.medicines.org.uk for company contact details.
Public Health England has guidance on responding to errors in vaccine storage, handling and administration.
VarivaxMerck Sharp & Dohme Limited
Contact MSD in all cases where a deviation from the recommended storage conditions has occurred. Refer to the electronic medicines compendium (eMC) at https://www.medicines.org.uk for company contact details.
Public Health England has guidance on responding to errors in vaccine storage, handling and administration.