Precautions

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Do not become pregnant for 3 months after receiving measles and rubella vaccine without first checking with your doctor. There may be a chance that this vaccine can cause birth defects.

Tell your doctor that you have received this vaccine:

  • If you are to receive a tuberculin skin test within 4 to 6 weeks after receiving this vaccine. The results of the test may be affected by this vaccine.
  • If you are to receive blood products or immune globulins within 14 days of receiving this vaccine.
  • If you are to receive this vaccine within 3 to 11 months of receiving blood products or immune globulins

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Portions of this document last updated: April 01, 2024

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