About mumps vaccine
Live attenuated combination vaccine
Used for
- Prevents measles, mumps, and rubella
Usual adult dose
One dose under the skin; a second dose is recommended for some adults at increased risk.
Usual dose in children
Two doses under the skin: first at 12–15 months, second at 4–6 years.
Common side effects
- Sore arm, fever, or mild rash
- Temporary joint pain, especially in adolescents and adults
- Rarely, swollen glands or a seizure caused by fever
Important warnings
- Do not use during pregnancy or severe immune suppression.
- Avoid pregnancy for 28 days after vaccination.
- Severe allergic reaction to a previous dose or vaccine component is a contraindication.
- Use caution with recent blood products or certain immune treatments; they may affect vaccine timing.
Pregnancy
Not recommended during pregnancy; avoid becoming pregnant for 28 days after vaccination.
Breastfeeding
Generally compatible with breastfeeding.
Interactions
- Blood products and immune globulin can reduce vaccine effectiveness.
- Immune-suppressing medicines may reduce response and increase risk.
- Tuberculin skin testing may be affected around 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 It may be incomplete or out of date.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.