MMR Vaccine
Also known as: Measles Mumps Rubella
Type: Live Attenuated ViralAge group: ChildrenDoses: 3Route: SubcutaneousGovt. UIP: No
Protects against measles, mumps and rubella; part of the IAP private schedule.
Protects against
- Measles
- Mumps
- Rubella
Schedule
9 months, 15 months and 4-6 years (IAP).
Possible side effects
- Mild fever
- Rash
- Swollen glands
Who should not get it
- Pregnancy
- Severe immune deficiency
Precautions
Avoid pregnancy for 1 month after the dose.
Prevents
Frequently asked questions
What does the MMR Vaccine vaccine protect against?
Measles, Mumps, Rubella
What is the MMR Vaccine schedule?
9 months, 15 months and 4-6 years (IAP).
What are the side effects of MMR Vaccine?
Mild fever, Rash, Swollen glands
Medically reviewed by
Medical review pending
Last updated
9 October 2026
Sources
- Universal Immunization Programme schedule, MoHFW
- IAP Advisory Committee on Vaccines and Immunization Practices (ACVIP)
- WHO position papers
This information is for general awareness and does not replace advice from a qualified doctor. Do not start, stop or change any medicine without medical advice.
