What is MMR in biology?
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What is MMR in biology?
The full form of MMR is Measles, Mumps and Rubella. It applies to the shot or vaccination against measles, mumps & rubella. There is a presence of a combination of three live attenuated viruses in this vaccination and it is administered through the injection.
What is MMR medicine?
This vaccine is used to help prevent serious, sometimes fatal, infections caused by 3 viruses: measles (also known as rubeola), mumps, and rubella (also known as German measles).
When did MMR start in India?
MMR was introduced in state immunization program of Delhi in 1999 as a single dose administered between 15-18 months of age (MMR-I) [20].
What is another name for MMR?
(For Combination Vaccines, See Table 2)
| Vaccine | Trade Name | Abbreviation |
|---|---|---|
| Influenza | Fluzone® High-Dose | IIV3 |
| Japanese encephalitis | Ixiaro® | JE |
| Measles, Mumps, Rubella | M-M-R® II | MMR |
| Meningococcal | Menactra® | MCV4 MenACWY-D |
What is MMR vaccine in India?
MMR vaccine in a two dose schedule has successfully eliminated measles, mumps and rubella from many developed countries. In India, it is not a part of national immunization programme but is included in the State immunization programme of Delhi as a single dose between 15-18 months.
What is rubella vaccine in India?
Children can be protected against Rubella with a dose of MMR at 12-15 months. If missed anytime up to the age of 12-13 years. Moreover, a separate vaccine against Rubella is also available (R-Vac).
What is MMR vaccine brand name?
(For Combination Vaccines, See Table 2)
| Vaccine | Trade Name | Approved Ages |
|---|---|---|
| Measles, Mumps, Rubella | M-M-R® II | ≥12 months |
| Meningococcal | Menactra® | 9 months-55 years |
| Menveo® | 2 months-55 years | |
| Trumenba® | 10-25 years |