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Measles, mumps, rubella vaccine
Measles, mumps, rubella vaccine is a Live attenuated vaccine Biologic drug developed by PATH. It is currently FDA-approved for Prevention of measles, Prevention of mumps, Prevention of rubella. Also known as: MMR, Priorix®.
The MMR vaccine stimulates the immune system to produce antibodies and cellular immunity against measles, mumps, and rubella viruses by exposing it to attenuated (weakened) forms of these pathogens.
The MMR vaccine stimulates the immune system to produce antibodies and cellular immunity against measles, mumps, and rubella viruses by exposing it to attenuated (weakened) forms of these pathogens. Used for Prevention of measles, Prevention of mumps, Prevention of rubella.
At a glance
| Generic name | Measles, mumps, rubella vaccine |
|---|---|
| Also known as | MMR, Priorix® |
| Sponsor | PATH |
| Drug class | Live attenuated vaccine |
| Modality | Biologic |
| Therapeutic area | Immunology / Infectious Disease |
| Phase | FDA-approved |
Mechanism of action
The vaccine contains live attenuated strains of measles, mumps, and rubella viruses that replicate in the body but do not cause disease in immunocompetent individuals. This triggers both humoral (antibody-mediated) and cell-mediated immune responses, creating immunological memory. Upon exposure to wild-type virus, the primed immune system rapidly produces neutralizing antibodies and activates T cells to prevent infection or reduce disease severity.
Approved indications
- Prevention of measles
- Prevention of mumps
- Prevention of rubella
Common side effects
- Fever
- Rash
- Parotitis (mumps-like symptoms)
- Arthralgia/arthritis
- Local injection site reactions
Key clinical trials
- Live Vaccines and Innate Immune Training in COPD. (PHASE4)
- Is a Third Dose of MMRV Vaccine Beneficial for the Adult Population in Alberta?
- A Phase III Control Study of the Safety and Immunogenicity of vYF in Pediatric Population (PHASE3)
- Study of the Safety of a 21-valent Pneumococcal Conjugate Vaccine in Healthy Infants From Approximately 2 Months of Age (PHASE3)
- Study of a 21-valent Pneumococcal Conjugate Vaccine in Healthy Infants From Approximately 2 Months of Age (PHASE3)
- Lot-to-lot Consistency Study of a 21-valent Pneumococcal Conjugate Vaccine in Healthy Infants From 2 Months of Age (PHASE3)
- Study of a 4-Dose Regimen of a 21-valent Pneumococcal Conjugate Vaccine in Healthy Infants From Approximately 2 Months of Age (PHASE3)
- Study of Mixed Vaccination Schedules With a 21-valent Pneumococcal Conjugate Vaccine and a 20-valent Pneumococcal Conjugate Vaccine in Healthy Infants From Approximately 2 Months of Age (PHASE3)
Primary sources
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| Source | Used for |
|---|---|
| ClinicalTrials.gov | Trial enrolment, design, endpoints, results |
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- Drug class: All Live attenuated vaccine drugs
- Manufacturer: PATH — full pipeline
- Therapeutic area: All drugs in Immunology / Infectious Disease
- Indication: Drugs for Prevention of measles
- Indication: Drugs for Prevention of mumps
- Indication: Drugs for Prevention of rubella
- Also known as: MMR, Priorix®
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