Rubavax-M
0.5mlRx৳ 400/unit
Pack: ৳ 400
৳ 400/unit
Pack: ৳ 400
At a glance
Measles and Rubella Vaccine (Live, attenuated) is used for simultaneous immunization against measles and rubella in persons older than 8 months. It stimulates active immunity against diseases caused by live, attenuated viruses.
Indications
- Simultaneous immunization against measles and rubella in persons older than 8 months
Pharmacology
Live, attenuated measles and rubella viruses stimulate active immunity in the body, providing protection against diseases caused by these viruses.
Dosage
Adults and Children: 0.5 mL of reconstituted vaccine given by deep subcutaneous injection
EPI Schedule: After completion of 9 months, 1 dose of MR vaccine; after completion of 15 months, 1 dose of measles-containing vaccine
Side effects
Common Side Effects:
- Pain and tenderness at injection site (within 24 hours, resolves in 2-3 days)
- Transient fever (within 1-2 weeks)
- Mild rash (within 12 days, lasts no more than 2 days)
Rare: Severe fever reaction
Very Rare: Allergic rash, anaphylactic shock, anaphylactoid purpura, thrombocytopenia purpura
Use in pregnancy
Use in Pregnancy: Pregnancy Category C; avoid pregnancy for 3 months following vaccination.
Pregnancy Category: C — always consult a doctor before taking during pregnancy.
Precautions & warnings
- Do not give intravenously
- Epinephrine and other emergency drugs should be prepared
- Other attenuated live vaccines should be given at least 1 month apart (can be given simultaneously with mumps vaccine)
- Vaccinate at least 3 months after immune globulin administration
- Avoid pregnancy for at least 3 months after vaccination
- Not recommended for use in epidemic season
- Freezing is prohibited
Overdose effects
Overdose not applicable (vaccine).
Storage conditions
Store at +2°C to +8°C; do not freeze; protect from light; keep out of reach of children.