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Smallpox
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Side Effects

Common

Constipation
Nausea
Rigors
Diarrhea
Vomiting
Muscle pain
Malaise
Fatigue
Headache
Fever
Skin redness or irritation
Red skin
Aching muscles
Swollen glands
Rash

Serious

Loss of vision
Vision loss

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