GENERIC NAME: RUBELLA VIRUS VACCINE - INJECTION (rew-BELL-uh vack-SEEN)
BRAND NAME(S): Meruvax II
Medication Uses | How To Use | Side Effects | Precautions | Drug Interactions | Overdose | Notes | Missed Dose | Storage
USES: This medication is a vaccine against rubella virus (German measles). It is given to prevent or control outbreaks of rubella.
HOW TO USE: This medication is given by injection under the skin by a health care professional as a one time dose. Adults usually receive the injection in the upper arm and children receive it in the upper thigh muscle.
SIDE EFFECTS: Most common is burning or stinging at the injection site. Mild fever, rash, sore throat, headache and weakness occur infrequently. If any of these effects continue beyond two days or become bothersome, inform your doctor. Notify your doctor if you experience: high fever, breathing trouble, muscle or joint aches. If you notice other effects not listed above, contact your doctor or pharmacist.
PRECAUTIONS: Tell your doctor if you have: other illnesses, infections, blood disorders, any allergies. This medication should not be given during pregnancy. Discuss the risks and benefits with your doctor. Because this medication appears in breast milk, consult your doctor before breast-feeding.
DRUG INTERACTIONS: Tell your doctor of any over-the-counter or prescription medication you may take, including: steroids, anticancer medications, immunosuppressants. Do not start or stop any medicine without doctor or pharmacist approval.
OVERDOSE: If overdose is suspected, contact your local poison control center or emergency room immediately. US residents can call the US national poison hotline at 1-800-222-1222. Canadian residents should call their local poison control center directly.
Report Problems to the Food and Drug Administration
You are encouraged to report negative side effects of prescription drugs to the FDA. Visit the FDA MedWatch website or call 1-800-FDA-1088.
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