Read user comments about the side effects, benefits, and effectiveness of Shingrix PF intramuscular.
Overall User Ratings
54 Total User Reviews
User Reviews
Learn about
User Reviews
Reviewer: Jb, 75 or over Female on Treatment for 2 to less than 5 years (Patient)
Effectiveness
Ease of Use
Satisfaction
Comment:
Shingrix did not work for me in fact I get shingles every month now vs every couple months. I had all the side effects plus the rare ones. Had both shots.
2
people
found this review helpful.
Was this review helpful? Yes | No
Reviewer: carrie B, 55-64 on Treatment for 1 to 6 months (Patient)
Effectiveness
Ease of Use
Satisfaction
Comment:
I'm here reading reviews because I became suspicious that a serious condition I have been experiencing was caused by this vaccine. Since the first shot I have had sometimes debilitating weakness, muscle and joint pain mostly in shoulders and down arms but also hands feet hips. This has lasted for 5 months and 2 days ago I got the booster. Now I'm worse and have realized that this may well
...
Show Full Comment
8
people
found this review helpful.
Was this review helpful? Yes | No
Reviewer: nigel, 65-74 on Treatment for 1 to 6 months (Patient)
Effectiveness
Ease of Use
Satisfaction
Comment:
First one caused sickness for about 12 hours with pain at injection sight for a month. Second one caused severe muscle and joint pain that persisted for over 2 months. Could hardly use my left arm for nearly 5 weeks, joints ached especially where arthritis was involved. Had stiff, sore neck for more than 2 months.
9
people
found this review helpful.
Was this review helpful? Yes | No
Reviewer: JRW, 75 or over on Treatment for less than 1 month (Patient)
Effectiveness
Ease of Use
Satisfaction
Comment:
I had the first injection yesterday. I am experiencing mild arm soreness at the site and a feeling of mild fatigue. I am 75 years old. No other problems.
3
people
found this review helpful.
Was this review helpful? Yes | No
Reviewer: Nurse, 65-74 on Treatment for less than 1 month (Patient)
Effectiveness
Ease of Use
Satisfaction
Comment:
OMG!!! I am so glad that I read these reviews because I thought I was losing my mind. I received my first injection 10/28/19 in my dominate arm. That night I could not sleep on my right side because my arm hurt so bad and its swollen. The next day I was aching and could hardly walk, felt like I had the flu. I finally took some Tylenol and Naproxen and that helped a little. Now its day 3 and my a
...
Show Full Comment
10
people
found this review helpful.
Was this review helpful? Yes | No
Ask the pharmacist
Questions about medications? Get expert answers by video or live chat about allergies, pregnancy, sleep, and more.
See the Ask the Pharmacist event schedule.
WebMD the app
Get trusted health information. Whenever. Wherever... with your iPhone, iPad or Android.
Find Out MoreIMPORTANT: About This Section and Other User-Generated Content on WebMD
The opinions expressed in WebMD User-generated content areas like communities, reviews, ratings, or blogs are solely those of the User, who may or may not have medical or scientific training. These opinions do not represent the opinions of WebMD. User-generated content areas are not reviewed by a WebMD physician or any member of the WebMD editorial staff for accuracy, balance, objectivity, or any other reason except for compliance with our Terms and Conditions. Some of these opinions may contain information about treatment or uses of drug products that have not been approved by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration. WebMD does not endorse any specific product, service, or treatment.
Do not consider WebMD User-generated content as medical advice. Never delay or disregard seeking professional medical advice from your doctor or other qualified healthcare provider because of something you have read on WebMD. You should always speak with your doctor before you start, stop, or change any prescribed part of your care plan or treatment. WebMD understands that reading individual, real-life experiences can be a helpful resource but it is never a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment from a qualified health care provider. If you think you may have a medical emergency, call your doctor or dial 911 immediately.