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Measles

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How to use Measles

What the official label says. If a doctor prescribed it, follow the prescription. Your pack's leaflet comes first if it is different.

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Bii o ṣe le mu u ati igba melo ni

Awọn agbalagba ati awọn ọmọde: Ni ibẹrẹ awọn aami aisan, tú awọn pellets 5 labẹ ahọn ni igba 3 ni ọjọ kan titi awọn aami aisan yoo fi yọkuro tabi bi dokita kan ti paṣẹ.

Àbájáde tí ó ṣeéṣe

Àmì náà ń bá a lọ fún ọjọ́ mẹ́ta tàbí jù bẹ́ẹ̀ lọ.

Pregnancy and breastfeeding

If pregnant or breast-feeding ask a health professional before use

If you miss a dose

Take it when you remember, unless it is nearly time for the next dose. Then skip the missed one. Never take two doses at once to make up for it. Check your leaflet, as some medicines are different.

From the official U.S. FDA label for this active ingredient. Your pack may have a different strength, so always read its leaflet. If a doctor prescribed it, follow the prescription. Ask a pharmacist if you are unsure. Label dated 2023-11-14.

Brands around the world

Products with Measles as the active ingredient. Names differ between countries.

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Orilẹ Amẹrika (FDA)

ProquadMEASLES VIRUS STRAIN ENDERS' ATTENUATED EDMONSTON LIVE ANTIGEN 1000 [TCID_50]/.5mL, MUMPS VIRUS STRAIN B LEVEL JERYL LYNN LIVE ANTIGEN 20000 [TCID_50]/.5mL, RUBELLA VIRUS STRAIN WISTAR RA 27/3 LIVE ANTIGEN 1000 [TCID_50]/.5mL · Injection, Powder, Lyophilized, For Suspension · Merck Sharp & Dohme LLC
NDC 0006-4171Label
M-m-r IiMEASLES VIRUS STRAIN ENDERS' ATTENUATED EDMONSTON LIVE ANTIGEN 1000 [TCID_50]/.5mL, MUMPS VIRUS STRAIN B LEVEL JERYL LYNN LIVE ANTIGEN 12500 [TCID_50]/.5mL, RUBELLA VIRUS STRAIN WISTAR RA 27/3 LIVE ANTIGEN 1000 [TCID_50]/.5mL · Injection, Powder, Lyophilized, For Suspension · Merck Sharp & Dohme LLC
NDC 0006-4681Label
MorbillinumMEASLES VIRUS 30 [hp_C]/30[hp_C] · Pellet · Boiron
NDC 0220-3461Label

Nàìjíríà (NAFDAC)

NAFDACMeasles Vaccine, Live Attenuated (Freeze Dried) A6-0195NAFDACPriorix Tetra A6-0145NAFDACPriorix Vaccine A6-0192NAFDACMRBEV - Measles and Rubella Vaccine (Live) (Attenuated, Freeze Dried) Five Dose Vial - 5 mL A6-100191NAFDACMRBEV - Measles and Rubella Vaccine (Live) (Attenuated, Freeze Dried) Five Dose Vial - 2.5 mL A6-100192

Other countries: check your pack's registration number and we point you to your regulator.

Check your pack of Measles

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Questions about Measles

What is Measles used for?

Rx Only* (From the official U.S. FDA label.)

How do I take Measles?

Follow your prescription or the leaflet in your pack. The official label says: Adults and children: At the onset of symptoms, dissolve 5 pellets under the tongue 3 times a day until symptoms are relieved or as directed by a doctor.…

Do I need a prescription for Measles?

Usually yes. Measles is a prescription medicine in most countries. Rules differ by country.

What brands contain Measles?

Measles is sold under names such as Morbillinum. Brand names differ between countries.

What are the side effects of Measles?

The official label lists: symptoms persist for more than 3 days or worsen Tell your doctor about any side effect that bothers you or does not go away.

Can children take Measles?

The label gives a separate dose by age: children: At the onset of symptoms, dissolve 5 pellets under. Check the pack or ask a pharmacist.

Can I take Measles when pregnant or breastfeeding?

If pregnant or breast-feeding ask a health professional before use Ask your doctor or midwife first.

How can I check that my Measles is genuine?

Scan the registration number on your pack with PillVera (NAFDAC number in Nigeria, NDC in the United States, DIN in Canada), check the expiry date and buy only from licensed pharmacies.

Sources

This page shows what official sources say, in plain words. It is not medical advice: your prescription and your doctor or pharmacist come first. Brand names, strengths and rules differ between countries.