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MMR GlaxoSmithKline

The Immunobiological Technology Institute (Bio-Manguinhos) / Oswaldo Cruz Foundation (Fiocruz) · Phase 3 active Biologic ✓ Verified May 2026

MMR GlaxoSmithKline is a Live attenuated viral vaccine Biologic drug developed by The Immunobiological Technology Institute (Bio-Manguinhos) / Oswaldo Cruz Foundation (Fiocruz). It is currently in Phase 3 development for Prevention of measles, mumps, and rubella in children and adults. Also known as: MMR Bio-Manguinhos.

MMR vaccine stimulates the immune system to produce antibodies and cellular immunity against measles, mumps, and rubella viruses.

GlaxoSmithKline developed the MMR vaccine, known as Priorix, which is a small molecule used to prevent Rubella, Mumps, and Measles. The vaccine has been studied in various clinical trials, including one assessing its safety and immunogenicity in healthy children aged 12 to 18 months in Singapore.

Likelihood of approval
59.3% vs 58.3% industry baseline
If approved by FDA: likely 2028–2030
Steps remaining: NDA/BLA submission
Confidence: High
Why this estimate
  • Baseline phase 3 → approval rate +58.3pp
    Industry-wide phase 3 drugs reach approval ~58.3% of the time (BIO/Informa 2023 industry benchmark across all therapeutic areas).
  • Immunology slight uplift +1.0pp
    Mature endpoint landscape (ACR, DAS28, PASI) makes immunology approvals slightly more predictable.
Predicted approval windows by jurisdiction (conditional on FDA approval)
Regulator Country Likely year Lag vs FDA
FDA US 2028–2030
EMA EU 2029–2031 +0.7 yr
MHRA GB 2029–2031 +0.7 yr
Health Canada CA 2029–2032 +0.9 yr
TGA AU 2029–2032 +1.2 yr
PMDA JP 2029–2032 +1.5 yr
NMPA CN 2030–2033 +2.3 yr
MFDS KR 2029–2032 +1.4 yr
CDSCO IN 2029–2033 +1.8 yr
ANVISA BR 2030–2033 +2.3 yr

Hover any row for the lag rationale. Lag estimates are reduced when the drug has FDA Breakthrough or EMA PRIME designation (sponsors file globally in parallel).

Estimate based on the BIO/Informa industry phase transition rates plus per-drug modifiers for therapeutic area, sponsor type, FDA designations, mechanism, and trial design. Per-jurisdiction lags from Tufts CSDD international approval studies. Not investment, clinical or regulatory advice. Methodology: /methodology#likelihood.

At a glance

Generic nameMMR GlaxoSmithKline
Also known asMMR Bio-Manguinhos
SponsorThe Immunobiological Technology Institute (Bio-Manguinhos) / Oswaldo Cruz Foundation (Fiocruz)
Drug classLive attenuated viral vaccine
ModalityBiologic
Therapeutic areaImmunology / Infectious Disease
PhasePhase 3

Mechanism of action

The vaccine contains live attenuated (weakened) strains of measles, mumps, and rubella viruses that replicate in vaccinated individuals without causing disease. This triggers both humoral (antibody) and cell-mediated immune responses, providing long-term protective immunity against these three viral infections. The attenuated viruses are unable to cause the severe manifestations of wild-type infection while generating durable immunological memory.

Approved indications

Common side effects

Key clinical trials

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Frequently asked questions about MMR GlaxoSmithKline

What is MMR GlaxoSmithKline?

MMR GlaxoSmithKline is a Live attenuated viral vaccine drug developed by The Immunobiological Technology Institute (Bio-Manguinhos) / Oswaldo Cruz Foundation (Fiocruz), indicated for Prevention of measles, mumps, and rubella in children and adults.

How does MMR GlaxoSmithKline work?

MMR vaccine stimulates the immune system to produce antibodies and cellular immunity against measles, mumps, and rubella viruses.

What is MMR GlaxoSmithKline used for?

MMR GlaxoSmithKline is indicated for Prevention of measles, mumps, and rubella in children and adults.

Who makes MMR GlaxoSmithKline?

MMR GlaxoSmithKline is developed by The Immunobiological Technology Institute (Bio-Manguinhos) / Oswaldo Cruz Foundation (Fiocruz) (see full The Immunobiological Technology Institute (Bio-Manguinhos) / Oswaldo Cruz Foundation (Fiocruz) pipeline at /company/the-immunobiological-technology-institute-bio-manguinhos-oswaldo-cruz-foundation).

Is MMR GlaxoSmithKline also known as anything else?

MMR GlaxoSmithKline is also known as MMR Bio-Manguinhos.

What drug class is MMR GlaxoSmithKline in?

MMR GlaxoSmithKline belongs to the Live attenuated viral vaccine class. See all Live attenuated viral vaccine drugs at /class/live-attenuated-viral-vaccine.

What development phase is MMR GlaxoSmithKline in?

MMR GlaxoSmithKline is in Phase 3.

What are the side effects of MMR GlaxoSmithKline?

Common side effects of MMR GlaxoSmithKline include Fever, Rash, Local injection site reactions (pain, erythema, swelling), Parotitis (mumps-like symptoms), Arthralgia/arthritis.

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