Chickenpox Vaccine in Great Barr
Protect Your Child and Family with Safe, Effective Chickenpox Immunisation
📌 Why Get the Chickenpox Vaccine?
Chickenpox (also known as varicella) is a highly contagious disease that can cause serious complications in children and adults. At Beacon Pharmacy in Great Barr, we offer the chickenpox vaccine to protect your loved ones from unnecessary illness, scarring, and time off school or work.
You can read more about chickenpox from the NHS here.
💉 About the Chickenpox Vaccine
- ✅ Two-dose course for maximum protection
- ✅ Suitable for children aged 12 months and over
- ✅ Also recommended for adults who haven’t had chickenpox
- ✅ Vaccine brand: Varivax or Varilrix (subject to availability)
🧒 Who Should Have It?
- ✅ Children aged 1 year and over
- ✅ Teenagers and adults who’ve never had chickenpox
- ✅ Teenagers and adults who’ve never had chickenpox
- ✅ Women of childbearing age (not pregnant) who have not had chickenpox
🚫 Who Shouldn’t Have It?
- ✅ Pregnant individuals
- ✅ Anyone with a weakened immune system (please consult us first)
- ✅ Those allergic to any ingredients in the vaccine (including neomycin or gelatin)
💷 Chickenpox Vaccine Price
in Great Barr
We offer competitive private vaccine pricing:
- ✅ Includes consultation and vaccine administration
- ✅ No hidden fees
How it works
- STEP 1. Book your appointment online or at the pharmacy
- STEP 2. Visit the pharmacy for your 1st dose
- STEP 3. Book an appointment for your 2nd dose
📅 How to Book
You can book your chickenpox vaccine appointment online or by calling us directly.
⏱ What to Expect at Your Appointment
- ✅ Quick consultation with a trained pharmacist
- ✅ The vaccine is given in the upper arm or thigh
- ✅ You’ll be asked to stay for 5–10 minutes after for observation
- ✅ A second dose is scheduled 4–8 weeks later
🛡️ Benefits of Vaccination
- ✅ Reduces risk of catching chickenpox
- ✅ Prevents severe symptoms and complications
- ✅ Protects vulnerable family members
- ✅ Helps stop the spread in schools and communities
📝 Frequently Asked Questions
Q: Can my child still get chickenpox after the vaccine?
A: In rare cases, yes — but symptoms are much milder and shorter.
Q: Is it available on the NHS?
A: The vaccine is not routinely offered on the NHS — it’s available privately through our pharmacy.
Q: Are there any side effects?
A: Side effects are usually mild — redness at the injection site, slight fever, or a small rash.
⭐ Why Choose Beacon Pharmacy?
- Local, friendly team in Great Barr
- GPhC registered pharmacy
- Same-day appointments often available
- Full vaccination records provided for your GP or school
🔗 Related Vaccinations
Book Online or Walk In Today
Our friendly pharmacists are available 6 days a week to support your health needs. You can:
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Book appointments online
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Walk-in without waiting
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Speak to us in confidence
💬 What Our Customers Say
Karen Godwin
Beacon pharmacy is a very special unique pharmacy with amazing staff who offer knowledge & understanding at all levels. It's friendly with a warm welcoming atmosphere.
The shop itself is a must it has just about everything...
Graham Currie
Great pharmacy lovely staff always helpful the only place to get my prescription.
Abbie
Had some travel vaccines recently, staff were so lovely and efficient. thank you again<3
Shirley Douglas
The Best chemist anywhere. Husband and wife are Amazing. They put themselves out to help anyone. Very friendly, they are like family. Had a problem, talked it over with Raj. He was amazing. But so is his wife. Also the staff are so friendly. God bless them all .pity other chemist are not the same ,I would recommend them . Very satisfied customer 👌
Jaspreet Dabb
Was traveling and found myself incredibly ill. Service at this pharmacy was incredible, and the pharmacists are knowledgeable and wonderful people! Thank you for all of your help!
Mark Hevingham
I really cannot rate this pharmacy highly enough. Raj and his team are professional and friendly and the store itself is also neat and fully stocked. Whether asking advice or getting my yearly flu jab, I feel lucky to have such a great pharmacy close to home (and its not THE closest!)
