MMR Vaccine belongs to the class of medicines called ‘immunizing agents’ used to prevent Measles, Mumps, and Rubella infections. Measles is an infectious viral disease that causes fever and a red rash in children. Mumps is a contagious viral disease caused by a paramyxovirus, which causes fever and swelling, particularly of the parotid gland. Rubella is also a contagious disease caused by the rubella virus. All these conditions can be prevented by effective vaccination.

MMR Vaccine is a vaccine or immunizing agent which is made from a live and weakened or attenuated virus (measles, mumps and rubella). It helps to develop immunity by stimulating the immune system to produce antibodies. It is essential to take the vaccine doses as per the doctor’s advice for effective protection against the disease.

MMR Vaccine will be administered by a healthcare professional. In a few cases, MMR Vaccine may cause side-effects such as low-grade fever, redness, pain, and swelling at the injection site. These side-effects are temporary and resolve over time. However, inform your doctor if any of these side effects persist or get worse.  

Before taking MMR Vaccine , inform your doctor if you have any allergy, weak immune system due to long-term diseases such as HIV or cancer, serious infection or illness with fever, blood disorders, immunological diseases, and active untreated tuberculosis. MMR Vaccine should not be used in children under the age of 12 months. MMR Vaccine should not be used in pregnant women. Women of childbearing age should take necessary precautions to avoid pregnancy for at least one month after receiving the vaccine.

MMR Vaccine is used to prevent Measles, Mumps, and Rubella Infections. This vaccine is given as a part of routine vaccination in children. MMR Vaccine can provide immunity within 2 to 6 weeks after taking the injection, which can last life-long. It helps develop immunity by stimulating the immune system to produce antibodies against the virus (Measles, Mumps, and Rubella) that causes Measles, Mumps, and Rubella Infections.

• Injection site redness
• Injection site pain
• Injection site swelling
• Rash
• Low-grade fever
• Nasal congestion and sore throat
• Runny nose
• Diarrhoea
• Vomiting
• Bruising or bleeding for longer than usual

Before taking MMR Vaccine , inform your doctor if you have blood or plasma transfusions or administration of immune globulin (known as IG). In such a case, the doctor may postpone vaccination for at least three months. Immune globulin should not be given for one month after vaccination with MMR Vaccine unless your doctor advises you otherwise. MMR Vaccine should not be given to pregnant women. Women of childbearing potential should use reliable contraception for at least one month after taking MMR Vaccine . Breastfeeding women should take medical advice from the doctor. Keep your doctor informed about your health condition and all the medicines you take before taking MMR Vaccine to rule out any side effects. 

Drug-Drug Interactions: MMR Vaccine may interact with medications that help to prevent or reduce the severity of certain infections (e.g. Immune globulin or IG).

Drug-Food Interactions: No interactions found.

Drug-Disease Interactions: MMR Vaccine should not be used in individuals with a weak immune system, blood disorders, infections, immunological diseases, active untreated tuberculosis, and severe illness with fever.

• IMMUNE GLOBULIN

• Consume a healthy diet rich in fruits, vegetables, whole grains, and lean proteins. Avoid processed and refined foods.
• Foods rich in vitamin C such as tomatoes, strawberries, and citrus fruits help to improve immunity. 
• Limit dairy products such as milk and cheese.
• Limit alcohol and caffeine intake and quit smoking.
• Take adequate rest after vaccination.
• Drink a lot of water. Staying hydrated is essential both before and after your vaccination.
• Eat a well-balanced diet. A well-balanced diet is essential.

• It is not recommended to undergo a tuberculin test (for tuberculosis or TB) within 4 to 6 weeks after taking MMR Vaccine as it may affect the test results.
• Women of childbearing age should take necessary precautions to avoid pregnancy for at least one month after receiving the vaccine.

Measles: Measles is an infectious viral disease. A virus in the paramyxovirus family causes it. And it is typically transmitted through direct contact and through the air. Measles symptoms appear one week to two weeks after contact with the virus and typically include high fever, cough, runny nose, and watery eyes.

Mumps: Mumps is a contagious viral disease caused by a paramyxovirus, which causes fever and swelling, particularly of the parotid gland.

Rubella: Rubella is also a contagious disease caused by the rubella virus. Most rubella cases are mild, with symptoms such as a low-grade fever, sore throat, and a rash that begins on the face and spreads to the rest of the body.