About measles virus + mumps
Live attenuated viral vaccine
Used for
- Prevents measles, mumps, and rubella infections.
Usual adult dose
One 0.5 mL injection; a second dose may be needed for people at increased risk or without immunity.
Usual dose in children
Two 0.5 mL injections, usually at 12–15 months and 4–6 years; schedules vary by country.
Common side effects
- Injection-site soreness or redness
- Fever or mild rash
- Temporary joint pain, especially in adults
- Rarely, febrile seizure or severe allergic reaction
Important warnings
- Do not use during pregnancy or severe immune-system suppression.
- Avoid pregnancy for 28 days after vaccination.
- People with severe allergies to vaccine components need assessment before vaccination.
- Recent blood products or other live vaccines can affect timing.
Pregnancy
Not recommended during pregnancy. Avoid conception for 28 days after vaccination; inadvertent vaccination is not, by itself, a reason to end pregnancy.
Breastfeeding
Generally compatible with breastfeeding.
Interactions
- Immune globulin and some blood products may reduce vaccine effectiveness.
- Other live vaccines are generally given the same day or at least 28 days apart.
- Immune-suppressing medicines may impair response or make vaccination unsafe.
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 It may be incomplete or out of date.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.