MR-Vac Vaccine is a prescription medicine. This combination of two vaccines is used to prevent Rubella and Measles infections. It stimulates the immune system to act against microorganisms to prevent such infections. These infections usually occur in childhood.

MR-Vac Vaccine is to be administered by a healthcare professional. It may cause redness, pain, and swelling at the site of injection. However, this is temporary and usually resolves on its own. Do not skip any doses and follow your doctor’s instructions carefully to get maximum benefit.

MR-Vac Vaccine is generally safe to use with minimal side effects. However, it may cause a few side effects such as rash and fever. Please consult your doctor if these do not subside or bother you. Your doctor will suggest ways to cope up with the side effects.

Before taking it, inform your doctor if you are suffering from any liver or kidney problems. Pregnant and breastfeeding mothers should consult their doctor before taking it.

Uses of MR-Vac Injection

Benefits of MR-Vac Injection

In Prevention of Measles

Measles is a viral infection that starts in the respiratory system. It causes skin rashes that spread all over the body. It spreads from person to person through direct contact as well as through air. MR-Vac Vaccine is used in preventing measles. It works by causing your body to produce its own protection (antibodies) against the disease. The first dose of MR-Vac Vaccine should be given to infants at the start of 12 months and the second dose at 4 years. It is advisable to consult your doctor for complete information regarding vaccination schedules.

In Prevention of Rubella

Rubella is a viral infection that causes red rash on the body. It is transmitted by airborne droplets when infected people sneeze or cough. It occurs most often in children and young adults. Rubella infection in pregnant woman can result in miscarriage, stillbirth or serious birth defects. MR-Vac Vaccine helps protect against this infection when taken at the right time.

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Side effects of MR-Vac Injection

Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you’re worried about them

Common side effects of MR-Vac

Rash
Injection site soreness
Fever

How to use MR-Vac Injection

Your doctor or nurse will give you this medicine. Kindly do not self administer.

How MR-Vac Injection works

MR-Vac Vaccine is a combination of two vaccines which prevent measles and rubella. They help develop immunity by initiating a mild infection. This type of infection does not cause illness but stimulates the body's immune system to produce antibodies (proteins) to protect against any future infections.

Safety advice

Alcohol

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

It is not known whether it is safe to consume alcohol with MR-Vac Vaccine. Please consult your doctor.

Pregnancy

SAFE IF PRESCRIBED

MR-Vac Vaccine is generally considered safe to use during pregnancy. Animal studies have shown low or no adverse effects to the developing baby; however, there are limited human studies.

Breast feeding

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

Information regarding the use of MR-Vac Vaccine during breastfeeding is not available. Please consult your doctor.

Driving

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

It is not known whether MR-Vac Vaccine alters the ability to drive. Do not drive if you experience any symptoms that affect your ability to concentrate and react.

Kidney

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

There is limited information available on the use of MR-Vac Vaccine in patients with kidney disease. Please consult your doctor.

Liver

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

There is limited information available on the use of MR-Vac Vaccine in patients with liver disease. Please consult your doctor.

What if you forget to take MR-Vac Injection?

If you miss a dose of MR-Vac Vaccine, please consult your doctor.

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Quick tips

MR-Vac Vaccine is given to immunize against measles and rubella in infants 15 months of age or older.
About 7 - 12 days after vaccination, some recipients may experience fever and rash for 1 -2 days.
Joint pain may happen among adolescents and adult females but is rare in children and in men.
MR-Vac Vaccine should not be given less than one month before or after administration of other virus vaccines. Your doctor will be able to advise you more on this.

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Patient concerns

m vac injection iam already use my child but repeat the injection good or not

Dr. Rahul Yadav

Paediatrics

Hello, measles vaccine is recommended at 9 months of age. MMR vaccine should be given at 15 months and booster at 5 years of age.

What medicine what purposes use

Dr. Gopal Bansilal Samdani

Paediatrics

Its vaccine for measles and rubella

Prevention of acene and pimples

Dr. Manju Singh

Homeopathy

Wash acne-prone areas only twice a day. Washing removes excess oil and dead skin cells. But too much washing can irritate the skin. Wash affected areas with a gentle cleanser and use oil-free, water-based skin care products. Use non- oily makeup. Choose oil-free cosmetics that won't clog pores. Remove makeup before going to bed. Going to sleep with cosmetics on your skin can clog your pores. Avoid touching or picking at the problem areas. Doing so can trigger more acne. Always use a clean towel or cloth to wipe your face. Always keep your hands clean and wash them regularly so that you may not touch your skin with dirty hands.

My daughter has just completed 9months and as per vaccination schedule she was taken to govt hospital for 9th month scheduled vaccination, but she was given MR vaccination instead of 9th month schedule vaccination. On enquiring with hospital staff they told 9th month scheduled vaccination is not required since MR vaccination has been given.please clarify me whether 9th month scheduled vaccination is required or not since MR has been given.

Dr. Rahul Yadav

Paediatrics

Hello, they are saying correct. Now the recommendation had changes and at 9 months MR vaccine is to be given.

User feedback

What are you using MR-Vac Injection for?

Prevention of*

50%

Others

30%

Prevention of*

20%

*Prevention of Rubella, Prevention of Measles

How much was the improvement?

Poor

100%

What were the side-effects while using MR-Vac Vaccine?

Rash

33%

Injection sit*

33%

Fever

33%

*Injection site soreness

How do you take MR-Vac Injection?

With food

67%

Empty stomach

33%

Please rate MR-Vac Vaccine on price

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References

Introduction of Measles-Rubella Vaccine: Campaign and Routine Immunization. National Operational Guidelines 2017: Ministry of Health & Family Welfare, Government of India. [Accessed 11 Apr. 2019] (online) Available from:
Serum Institute of India. Measles & Rubella Vaccine (Live) I.P. [Product Information]. [Accessed 19 Oct. 2023] (online) Available from:

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MR-Vac Vaccine

Product introduction

Uses of MR-Vac Injection

Benefits of MR-Vac Injection

In Prevention of Measles

In Prevention of Rubella

Side effects of MR-Vac Injection

Common side effects of MR-Vac

How to use MR-Vac Injection

How MR-Vac Injection works

Safety advice

What if you forget to take MR-Vac Injection?

All substitutes

Quick tips

Fact Box

Patient concerns

User feedback

Top Physicians

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References

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