Priorix Vaccine
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Introduction of Priorix Powder for Injection
Priorix Vaccine is a prescription medicine. This combination of three vaccines is used to prevent Measles, Mumps and Rubella. It stimulates the immune system to act against microorganisms to prevent such infections. These infections can occur in people of any age group.
Priorix Vaccine is a combination of three vaccines which prevent measles, mumps, and rubella.
Priorix Vaccine is a combination of three vaccines which prevent measles, mumps, and rubella.
Uses of Priorix Powder for Injection
- Prevention of Measles
- Prevention of Rubella
- Prevention of Mumps
Benefits of Priorix Powder for 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. Priorix Vaccine is used in preventing measles. It works by causing your body to produce its own protection (antibodies) against the disease. 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 women can result in miscarriage, stillbirth or serious birth defects. Priorix Vaccine helps protect against this infection.
In Prevention of Mumps
Mumps is a viral disease that spreads from person to person through close contact. The most noticeable symptom is swelling in the face. This is due to swelling of the salivary gland located inside on both sides of the face. It also causes severe pain especially while eating or talking. Priorix Vaccine is given for the prevention of mumps. You can consult your doctor to guide you better on vaccination schedules.
Side effects of Priorix Powder for 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 Priorix
- Rash
- Injection site soreness
- Fever
How to use Priorix Powder for Injection
Your doctor or nurse will give you this medicine. Kindly do not self administer.
Safety advice
Alcohol
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
It is not known whether it is safe to consume alcohol with Priorix Vaccine. Please consult your doctor.
Pregnancy
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Priorix Vaccine may be unsafe to use during pregnancy. Although there are limited studies in humans, animal studies have shown harmful effects on the developing baby. Your doctor will weigh the benefits and any potential risks before prescribing it to you. Please consult your doctor.
Breast feeding
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
Priorix Vaccine is probably safe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug does not represent any significant risk to the baby.
Driving
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
It is not known whether Priorix 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 Priorix Vaccine in patients with kidney disease. Please consult your doctor.
Liver
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
There is limited information available on the use of Priorix Vaccine in patients with liver disease. Please consult your doctor.
What if you forget to take Priorix Powder for Injection?
If you miss a dose of Priorix Vaccine, please consult your doctor.
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Quick tips
Priorix Powder for Injection
- Priorix Vaccine helps prevent measles, mumps & rubella.
- It is given by injection under the skin or into a muscle by your doctor.
- 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 Priorix Vaccine 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.
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Patients taking Priorix Vaccine
Once A Month
59%
Once A Day
22%
Once A Week
10%
Twice A Month
8%
FAQs
Priorix Powder for Injection
Q. What are the instructions for the storage of Priorix Vaccine?
Priorix Vaccine 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.
Q. Which is the best time to vaccinate a newborn baby?
The first dose of Priorix Vaccine 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.
Q. Can the child get an infection even after the vaccination?
Priorix Vaccine is very effective in the prevention of infection. However, there are chances of getting the infection even after being vaccinated.
Q. Why is the Priorix Vaccine is given at 12 months of age?
Priorix Vaccine 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.
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Tata 1mg's sole intention is to ensure that its consumers get information that is expert-reviewed, accurate and trustworthy. However, the information contained herein should NOT be used as a substitute for the advice of a qualified physician. The information provided here is for informational purposes only. This may not cover everything about particular health conditions, lab tests, medicines, all possible side effects, drug interactions, warnings, alerts, etc. Please consult your doctor and discuss all your queries related to any disease or medicine. We intend to support, not replace, the doctor-patient relationship.References
- Priorix [Measles, Mumps and Rubella Vaccine (Live) IP]. Nabha (Punjab), India: GlaxoSmithKline Asia Private Limited; 1999 [revised 26 Sep. 2018]. [Accessed 15 Jul. 2019] (online) Available from:
- Priorix [rubella vaccine + measles vaccine + mumps vaccine]. Uxbridge, Middlesex: GlaxoSmithKline UK; 1997 [revised 16 Jan. 2019]. [Accessed 15 Jul. 2019] (online) Available from:
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