Mmr
Serum Institute Of India Ltd
Composition for Mmr Products
Mmr Products are primarily used for
Prevention of Measles, Prevention of Mumps, Prevention of Rubella
About Mmr Products
Measles Vaccine (Live) side effects
Common
Vomiting, Nausea, Application site redness, Application site irritation, Muscle pain, Joint pain, Diarrhea, Fever, Dizziness, Headache.
Uses of Mumps Virus Vaccine
Mumps Virus Vaccine is used for prevention of Mumps and prevention yellow fever.
Mumps Virus Vaccine side effects
Common
Limited data available.
How Mmr Products work
Mumps Virus Vaccine is a vaccine. It helps develop immunity by initiating a mild infection. This type of infection does not cause illness, but it does stimulate the body's immune system to produce antibodies to protect against any future infections.
Rubella vaccine (Live) side effects
Common
Sore throat, Fever, Rash.
Patient Concerns about Mmr
Frequently asked questions about Mmr Products
Frequently asked questions about Measles Vaccine (Live)
Q. What is Measles Vaccine (Live) used for?
Measles Vaccine (Live) is used for active immunization for measles, a highly contagious infection caused by a virus that can be prevented effectively by getting vaccinated.
Q. How effective is Measles Vaccine (Live)?
Measles Vaccine (Live) is considered to be highly effective in preventing measles. Two doses of Measles Vaccine (Live) give 97% protection while a single dose gives 93% protection against the infectious disease.
Q. Is Measles Vaccine (Live) live or inactivated?
Measles Vaccine (Live) is a live attenuated virus vaccine. It contains a weakened virus that helps stimulate the immune system to produce antibodies against the actual infection causing virus. This helps protect the individual from getting infected in future, if exposed.
Q. How long does it take Measles Vaccine (Live) to work?
Measles Vaccine (Live) starts working within a few days after getting vaccinated. Antibodies start producing within a few days but complete protection may be expected only after 2 or 3 weeks of getting Measles Vaccine (Live).
Q. I need to travel abroad. When should I get vaccinated with Measles Vaccine (Live)?
If you are travelling abroad, you must get vaccinated at least 2 weeks before your actual travel dates. This is because the antibodies ensure complete protection only after 2 or 3 weeks of getting vaccinated. So, make sure you plan on getting Measles Vaccine (Live) accordingly.
Q. Can I get measles even if I am fully vaccinated?
Yes, there are rare case scenarios where even vaccinated people got measles. But, the possibility of still getting infected is extremely low, and moreover, vaccinated individuals who get infected have very mild symptoms as compared to non-vaccinated individuals. Also, if you have received both the doses of Measles Vaccine (Live), there are very less chances of you infecting other people, including those who are not vaccinated due to low immunity or age factor.
Frequently asked questions about Rubella vaccine (Live)
Q. Is Rubella vaccine (Live) live or inactivated?
Rubella vaccine (Live) is a live attenuated virus vaccine. It contains a weakened virus that helps stimulate the immune system to produce antibodies against the actual infection causing virus. This helps protect the individual from getting infected in future, if exposed.
Q. How effective is Rubella vaccine (Live)?
Rubella vaccine (Live) is very safe and effective. One dose of the Rubella vaccine (Live) is about 97% effective at preventing rubella.
Q. What are the possible side effects of Rubella vaccine (Live)?
The possible side effects of Rubella vaccine (Live) are fever, sore throat, injection site itching, pain, skin rash, erythema (skin redness), and swelling. However, these are usually not bothersome and will resolve in sometime. If they don’t, consult your doctor.
Q. How is Rubella vaccine (Live) administered?
Rubella vaccine (Live) should be administered under the supervision of a trained healthcare professional or a doctor and should not be self-administered. It is usually given as an injection under your skin, either in the upper arm or in the outer thigh. Follow your doctor’s instructions carefully to get maximum benefit from Rubella vaccine (Live).
Products for Mmr
MRP
₹128