Measles, Mumps, and Rubella Virus Vaccine Live (Subcutaneous Route, Intramuscular Route)

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Precautions

Do not become pregnant for 3 months after receiving measles, mumps, and rubella vaccine. There is a chance that this vaccine may cause birth defects.

Tell your doctor that you have received this vaccine:

  • If you are to receive a tuberculin skin test within 8 weeks after receiving this vaccine. The results of the test may be affected by this vaccine.
  • If you are to receive any other live virus vaccines within 1 month after receiving this vaccine.
  • If you are to receive blood transfusions or other blood products within 2 weeks after receiving this vaccine.
  • If you are to receive gamma globulin or other globulins within 2 weeks after receiving this vaccine.
Side Effects Proper Use
DR600209 Portions of this document last updated: May 1, 2012

Source: Drug Information provided by: Micromedex

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