What is Measles, mumps, rubella and varicella (MMRV) vaccine?
The viruses that cause measles and mumps, as well as rubella and varicella, can be spread from one person to another. Infection with the rubella virus, also known as German measles, during pregnancy may result in miscarriage and birth defects. This vaccine helps prevent diseases. The vaccine helps your body develop immunity against the disease. This vaccine does not treat active infections in the body. MMRV is recommended for children aged between 12 months and 12 year olds. The MMRV vaccine is not a guarantee of protection against disease.
Side effects of Measles, mumps, rubella and varicella (MMRV) vaccine
If you experience symptoms of an allergic response (hives or difficulty breathing, swelling on your face or in your throat), a severe reaction to the skin (fever or a sore throat), or have rashes or blisters with a red or purple color, seek emergency medical attention. If your child had a severe allergic reaction to the first dose, he or she should not get a booster shot. Keep track of all side effects that your child experiences after receiving the vaccine. You will need to inform the doctor of any side effects if your child needs a booster shot.
If your child experiences any of the following serious side effects, call a doctor immediately.
- A high fever
- Walking problems
- Seizures;
- Skin infections or severe skin conditions
- Feeling short of breath, fever, chills and cough with mucus;
- Light sensitivity, stiff neck;
- Confusion;
- Easy bruising is characterized by purple or red spots on the skin.
Side effects of the MMRV vaccine include:
- Pain, tenderness or swelling at the site of injection;
- Fever;
- The rash looks like the chicken pox
There may be other side effects. Call your physician immediately if experiencing side effects after vaccination; report such effects directly to the US Department of Health and Human Services by dialing 1-800-822-7967.
Similar/related drugs
rubella virus vaccine , Priorix , rotavirus vaccine , Varivax , measles virus vaccine / mumps virus vaccine / rubella virus vaccine , Rotarix , varicella virus vaccine
Warnings
Ultimately, if your child suffered an allergic reaction that was life-threatening following their initial shot, no booster should be administered.
Before you take this drug
This vaccine should not be given to your child if they are allergic to gelatin, neomycin, or have ever experienced a severe allergic reaction to a vaccine that contains measles, mumps, rubella, or varicella.
If your child has the following conditions, he or she should not also receive this vaccination:
- Fever;
- Active tuberculosis is one that has not been treated.
- A weak immune system, caused by a disease or certain medicines.
- If she is or plans to be pregnant within the next three months.
If your child:
- Allergy to eggs
- Family members with compromised immune systems
- Any medical problem;
- History of seizures or family history;
- Recently received a transfusion or an immune globulin;
- Allergies
- If you have had an allergic reaction to another vaccine,
- Has or had a low platelet count.
MMRV is usually only given to children. However, pregnant women should avoid this vaccine as it can cause birth defects. Women who receive MMRV vaccination should not become pregnant for three months following the injection. Ask your doctor if you can breastfeed safely while receiving the MMRV vaccine (measles mumps rubella varicella).
How to take Measles, mumps, rubella and varicella (MMRV) vaccine?
This vaccine will be administered in either the thigh or arm. This injection will be given to your child in a pharmacy, doctor's office or clinic. MMRV is typically given to a child once between 12 and 15 months of age. A booster dose can be administered between the ages of 4 and 6. After your child receives any other vaccine against measles, it is recommended that at least one month passes between the MMRV and this vaccine. After your child receives any varicella vaccination, it is recommended that at least three months pass between the MMRV and other varicella vaccinations. The booster schedule for your child may differ from the guidelines. You should follow the instructions of your doctor or the schedule prescribed by the local health department. The vaccine can give false results for a tuberculosis skin test up to six weeks after the vaccination. Tell your doctor if your child has had an MMRV vaccination within the last 4 to 6 weeks.
What happens if I miss the dose?
If you do not give your child all the recommended doses, they may not be protected from disease.
What happens if I overdose?
It is very unlikely that this vaccine will cause an overdose.
What should be avoided?
After 6 weeks of receiving the MMRV vaccination:
- Salicylates (such as aspirin or Kaopectate) can cause serious side effects in children. Patients with chickenpox taking aspirin and salicylates have been diagnosed with Reye’s Syndrome.
- Avoid exposing your child to anyone who is susceptible to chickenpox. It could be newborns, pregnant women with no history of chickenpox and people who have a weak immunity. MMRV vaccination may not cause symptoms of chickenpox in your child. There is still a possibility that the varicella virus can be transmitted from a recently-vaccinated child, to someone who could be susceptible to chickenpox.
Interaction with other drug
MMRV is sometimes administered at the same time as other vaccines. Tell your doctor all the vaccines that your child received recently before receiving this vaccine.
Tell your doctor if you child recently received any drugs or treatments which can affect the immune system.
- Steroid medicine;
- Radiation or chemotherapy treatments
- Treatment of psoriasis or arthritis.
- Medicines to treat or prevent transplant rejection
Your child may be unable to receive the vaccination if he is taking any of these medicines, or he may have to wait until all other treatments are completed. This list is incomplete. This list is not complete. This list does not include all possible -drug interactions.
