Shingles Vaccine
The Shingles Vaccine, also known as the Zoster vaccine or Shingrix vaccine, is a vaccine used to protect against shingles.
Shingles is a painful skin rash caused by the reactivation of the varicella-zoster virus along nerve roots. The shingles vaccine is designed to reduce the risk of developing shingles or to decrease the severity and duration of the rash.
A single dose is available at $430 inclusive of GST.
Who should take the Shingles vaccine?
- • Adults aged 50 and above
- • Adults aged 18 and above with weakened immune systems
- • Individuals who have previously had shingles
- • Individuals with chronic medical conditions
What are the side effects of the Shingles vaccine?
You may experience temporary side effects after getting the vaccine. These side effects may include:
- • Pain or soreness at the injection site
- • Redness or swelling at the injection site
- • Tiredness (fatigue)
- • Headache
- • Fever
- • Abdominal pain
- • Nausea
Locations & Hours
Minmed Wellness Collective
Minmed Health Screeners (Paragon)
- 8750 0123
- 290 Orchard Road, Paragon Tower 1 Lobby F #16-04/09/10, Singapore 238859 (Orchard or Somerset MRT)
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Mon to Fri
9am – 5pm (Closed at 1-2pm)
Sat
9am – 1pm
Sun & PH
Closed
Minmed Clinic (Bedok)
- 8597 0123
- 311 New Upper Changi Road #01-47 Bedok Mall Singapore 467360 (Bedok MRT)
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Mon to Fri
9am – 9pm (Closed at 1-2pm, 5-6pm)
Sat & Sun
9am – 1pm
PH
9am – 5pm
Minmed Clinic (Holland Village)
- 8751 0123
- 7 Holland Village Way, #03-05, One Holland Village, Singapore 275748
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Mon to Fri
9am – 9pm (Closed at 1-2pm, 5-6pm)
Sat & Sun
9am – 1pm
PH
Closed
Minmed Clinic (Paya Lebar)
- 8792 0123
- 10 Eunos Road 8, #02-122 Singapore Post Centre Singapore 408600 (Paya Lebar MRT)
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Mon to Fri
9am – 5pm (Closed at 1-2pm)
Sat
9am – 1pm
Closed on PH
Minmed Clinic (Woodlands)
- 8893 0123
- 6 Woodlands Square, #09-06, Woods Square Tower 2, Singapore 737737 (Woodlands MRT)
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Mon to Fri
9am – 5pm (Closed at 1-2pm)
Sat
9am – 1pm
Closed on PH
Minmed Clinic (Jurong East)
- 8752 0123
- 50 Jurong Gateway Rd #04-17 JEM Singapore 608549 (Jurong East MRT)
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Mon to Fri
9am – 9pm (Closed at 1-2pm, 5-6pm)
Sat & Sun
9am – 1pm
PH
9am – 5pm
Dayspring Medical Clinic (Tampines)
- 8025 0123
- 2 Tampines Central 5 #04-09 Century Square Singapore 529509 (Tampines MRT)
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Mon to Fri
9am – 9pm (Closed at 1-2pm, 5-6pm)
Sat & Sun
9am – 1pm
Closed on PH
Minmed Clinic (Buangkok)
- 8661 0123
- 70 Compassvale Bow, #02-13, Sengkang Grand Mall Singapore 544692 (Buangkok MRT)
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Mon to Fri
9am – 9pm (Closed at 1-2pm, 5-6pm)
Sat & Sun
9am – 1pm
PH
9am – 5pm
Minmed Clinic (Yishun)
- 8921 0123
- 1 Yishun Ave 2 #02-153 North Point Singapore 769098 (Yishun MRT)
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Mon to Fri
9am – 9pm (Closed at 1-2pm, 5-6pm)
Sat
9am – 5pm (Closed at 1-2pm)
Sun
9am – 1pm
PH
9am – 5pm
Minmed Clinic (Marina Bay)
- 8768 0123
- 8A Marina Boulevard #B2-73/74 Marina Bay Link Mall Singapore 018984 (Marina Bay MRT)
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Mon to Fri
9am – 5pm (Closed at 1-2pm)
Closed on PH
Minmed Clinic (Boon Lay)
- 8606 0123
- 221 Boon Lay Place, #01-108 Boon Lay Shopping Centre Singapore 640221
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Mon to Fri
8am – 10pm (Closed at 1-2pm, 5-6pm)
Sat & Sun
8am – 1pm
PH
9am – 5pm
Frequently Asked Questions
Shingles vaccine
Yes, if you had shingles in the past, Shingrix can help prevent future occurrences of the disease. There is no specific length of time that you need to wait after having shingles before you can receive Shingrix. Generally, make sure the shingles rash has gone away before getting vaccinated.
Adults 50 years and older or those 18+ who have weakened immune systems due to conditions like cancer, HIV, or organ transplantation should consider the vaccine. It is also suitable even for those who have had shingles before.
Shingrix is a vaccine to prevent shingles (herpes zoster) and its complications, such as postherpetic neuralgia. It is recommended for adults aged 50 and older, and for adults aged 18 and older who are immunocompromised.
People currently experiencing shingles, those with severe allergic reactions to vaccine components, and individuals without immunity to the varicella-zoster virus (chickenpox) should avoid Shingrix. Pregnant or breastfeeding individuals are also advised to delay vaccination.
Shingles vaccine (Shingrix) is approved for adults aged 18 and older who are at increased risk of shingles due to immunodeficiency or immunosuppression caused by a medical condition or treatment. This includes individuals with weakened immune systems from diseases or therapies that suppress immune function.
It is given as an intramuscular injection in the upper arm. The complete vaccination series consists of two doses, with the second dose given 2 to 6 months after the first.
The Shingles vaccine is safe and effective, having undergone rigorous clinical trials.
The Shingles vaccine (Shingrix) can provide strong protection against shingles and postherpetic neuralgia (PHN), the most commonly occurring shingles complication.
The Shingrix vaccine is 97% effective in preventing shingles in people ages 50 to 69 years old. It’s 91% effective in people ages 70 years and older.
In addition, the Shingrix vaccine is 91% effective in preventing PHN in people ages 50 to 69 years old. It’s 89% effective in people ages 70 years and older.
Common side effects include pain, redness, and swelling at the injection site, as well as fatigue, fever, headache, and nausea. Severe allergic reactions are rare.
The Shingles vaccine (Shingrix) is administered in 2 doses, typically 2 to 6 months apart. Studies show that protection lasts for at least 10 years, providing long-term defence against shingles and its complications.
While no vaccine offers 100% protection, individuals who develop shingles after vaccination typically experience milder symptoms and fewer complications.
