MEDICINES
LAB TESTS
CONSULT DOCTORS
CANCER CARE
AYURVEDA
PARTNERSHIPS
CARE PLAN
Login
|
Signup
Offers
Order Summary
0 Item
PROCEED TO CART
Need Help?
Location IconGPS icon
QUICK BUY! Get 25% off on medicines*
Measles Vaccine (Live) + Mumps Virus Vaccine + Rubella vaccine (Live)
INFORMATION ABOUT MEASLES VACCINE (LIVE) + MUMPS VIRUS VACCINE + RUBELLA VACCINE (LIVE)
Measles Vaccine (Live) + Mumps Virus Vaccine + Rubella vaccine (Live) Uses
Measles Vaccine (Live)+Mumps Virus Vaccine+Rubella vaccine (Live) is used for prevention of Measles, Mumps & Rubella.
How Measles Vaccine (Live) + Mumps Virus Vaccine + Rubella vaccine (Live) works
Measles Vaccine (Live) + Mumps Virus Vaccine + Rubella vaccine (Live) is a combination of three vaccines, which prevents measles, mumps, and rubella. It helps 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.
CONTENT DETAILS
Written By
Dr. Subita Alagh
BDS
Reviewed By
Dr. Lalit Kanodia
MBA, MD Pharmacology
Last updated
13 Jun 2023 | 11:26 AM (UTC)
We provide you with authentic, trustworthy and revelant information
Read our editorial policy
Medicine brands for Measles Vaccine (Live) + Mumps Virus Vaccine + Rubella vaccine (Live)
Priorix
₹941 to ₹941
Glaxo SmithKline Pharmaceuticals Ltd
1 variant(s)
Mmr
₹128 to ₹128
Serum Institute Of India Ltd
1 variant(s)
Tresivac
₹725 to ₹725
Serum Institute Of India Ltd
1 variant(s)
Expert advice for Measles Vaccine (Live) + Mumps Virus Vaccine + Rubella vaccine (Live)
  • Measles Vaccine (Live) + Mumps Virus Vaccine + Rubella vaccine (Live) helps prevent measles, mumps & rubella.
  • It is given by injection under the skin or into a muscle by your doctor.
  • The first dose is given to babies at 12 to 13 months of age and a second (booster) dose at three to five years of age.
  • It can also be given to older children, adolescents and adults who were either not vaccinated in childhood, or didn't have two doses of the vaccine.
  • Inform your doctor if you or your child has an infection with a high temperature, as vaccination may need to be delayed until recovery.
  • Do not take Measles Vaccine (Live) + Mumps Virus Vaccine + Rubella vaccine (Live) if you are pregnant. Avoid getting pregnant for one month after having this vaccine.
  • It may cause fever. Inform your doctor if it does not go away or if the fever gets too high (more than 102 degree fahrenheit).
  • This vaccine may cause mild measles or mumps-type symptoms. However, it is not infectious.
Frequently asked questions for Measles Vaccine (Live) + Mumps Virus Vaccine + Rubella vaccine (Live)
The first dose of Measles Vaccine (Live)+Mumps Virus Vaccine+Rubella vaccine (Live) should be given once the child is of 12 months. The second dose should be given at 18 months and the third dose between 4 to 6 years of age.
Measles Vaccine (Live)+Mumps Virus Vaccine+Rubella vaccine (Live) is usually given at 12 months of age because when the child is born he receives antibodies from the mother. However, these antibodies decline with age, thereby making the baby more prone to infection. Therefore, the child requires vaccination.
Measles Vaccine (Live)+Mumps Virus Vaccine+Rubella vaccine (Live) is very effective in the prevention of infection. However, there are chances of getting the infection even after being vaccinated.
Measles Vaccine (Live)+Mumps Virus Vaccine+Rubella vaccine (Live) should be stored in the refrigerator at 2 to 8°C. Keep this medicine in the container or the pack it came in, tightly closed, away from the reach of pets and children.