About measles + mumps + rubella
Live attenuated measles, mumps, rubella vaccine
Used for
- Prevention of measles, mumps, and rubella
Usual adult dose
One 0.5 mL injection; a second dose may be given according to local schedules or risk.
Usual dose in children
One 0.5 mL injection from 9 months of age; two doses are generally recommended, according to local schedules.
Common side effects
- Injection-site pain, redness, or swelling
- Fever
- Rash
- Irritability or swollen glands
Important warnings
- Do not use during pregnancy or severe immune suppression.
- Avoid pregnancy for one month after vaccination.
- Previous severe allergic reaction to a dose or vaccine component may prevent use.
- Delay vaccination during serious acute illness.
Pregnancy
Not recommended during pregnancy. Avoid pregnancy for one month after vaccination.
Breastfeeding
Generally considered compatible with breastfeeding.
Interactions
- Blood products or immunoglobulins can reduce vaccine response; timing may need adjustment.
- Other live vaccines may be given on the same day or separated by at least four weeks.
- Tuberculin skin testing may be affected; coordinate timing with vaccination.
AI-generated from general medical knowledge, not from this product's official leaflet. It may be incomplete or out of date. Not medical advice — ask a pharmacist or doctor before making any decision.