• Mmr 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
• Mmr Vaccine is to be administered by a healthcare professional
• The first dose is generally given at 12 through 15 months of age
• And the second dose is administered at 4 through 6 years of age
• Do not skip any doses and follow your doctor’s instructions carefully to get maximum benefit.
• It may cause redness, pain, and swelling at the site of injection
• It may also cause loss of appetite, drowsiness, irritability, and fever in some people
• However, these are temporary and usually resolves on its own
• Consult your doctor if these do not subside or they 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 Mmr Vaccine

• 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
• Mmr 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
• Mmr 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
• Mmr Vaccine is given for the prevention of mumps
• You can consult your doctor to guide you better on vaccination schedules.

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Frequestly asked Questions

What are the instructions for the storage of Mmr Vaccine?

Mmr 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.

Which is the best time to vaccinate a newborn baby?

The first dose of Mmr Vaccine should be given once the child is of 12 months. The second dose is given at 4 through 6 years of age.

Can the child get an infection even after the vaccination?

Mmr Vaccine is very effective in the prevention of infection. However, there are chances of getting the infection even after being vaccinated.

Why is the Mmr Vaccine is given at 12 months of age?

Mmr 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.

Common and Known Side effects of Mmr Vaccine

• Injection site soreness
• Fever
• Loss of appetite
• Drowsiness
• Irritability