Varivax Storage

Stability: Varicella Virus Vaccine Live (Varivax) (Refrigerated) has a minimum potency level of approximately 1350 PFU 30 minutes after reconstitution at room temperature (20 to 25°C, 68 to 77°F).
Storage: Vaccine Vial: During shipment, to ensure that there is no loss of potency, the vaccine must be maintained at a temperature of 2 to 8°C or colder (36 to 46°F or colder), but not exceed temperatures lower than -50°C (-58°F). Use of dry ice may subject Varicella Virus Vaccine Live (Varivax) (Refrigerated) to temperatures colder than -50°C (-58°F).
Before reconstitution, Varicella Virus Vaccine Live (Varivax) (Refrigerated) has a shelf-life of 24 months when refrigerated at 2 to 8°C or colder (36 to 46°F or colder). The vaccine may also be stored in a freezer; if subsequently transferred to a refrigerator, THE VACCINE SHOULD NOT BE REFROZEN.
Before reconstitution, protect from light.
DISCARD IF RECONSTITUTED VACCINE IS NOT USED WITHIN 30 MINUTES.
Vial of diluent: The diluent should be stored separately at room temperature (20 to 25°C, 68 to 77°F), or in the refrigerator.
Combination pack with vaccine vial and diluent: For combination packs with vaccine vial and diluent packaged together, store in the refrigerator at 2 to 8°C (36 to 46°F). DO NOT STORE THE COMBINATION PACK IN THE FREEZER.