All Details About Mmr Vaccine
Find out detailed description, uses, directions of use, side effects, warnings and precautions, frequently asked questions about Mmr Vaccine
Description:
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. 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.
Mmr 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.
Earlier 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:
- Prevention of Measles
- Prevention of Rubella
- Prevention of Mumps
Directions For Use:
Your doctor or nurse will give you this medicine. Compassionately do not self administer.Side Effects:
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 themOrdinary side effects of Mmr
- Rash
- Injection site soreness
- Fever
Warning & Precautions:
Alcohol
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
It is not known whether it is safe to consume alcohol with Mmr Vaccine. Please consult your doctor.
Pregnancy
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Mmr 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
Mmr 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 Mmr 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 Mmr Vaccine in patients with kidney disease. Please consult your doctor.
Liver
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
There is limited information available on the use of Mmr Vaccine in patients with liver disease. Please consult your doctor.
FAQs:
Q. What are the instructions for the storage of Mmr Vaccine?
Mmr Vaccine should be stored in the refrigerator at 2 to 8°C. Retain 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 Mmr 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?
Mmr 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 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.
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