RUBELLA VACCINE

Rubella vaccine contains live attenuated Rubella virus, Wistar RA 27/3 live strain propagated on human diploid cells.

Indications

Immunizations in persons from 12 month of age to puberty.

Dosage

0.5 ml subcutaneously into upper arm.

Contra-Indications

Pregnancy, febrile respiratory illness, severe disease of haemopoietic system, I.V. injection.

Special Precautions

Acute hypersensitivity, concomitant immunization, blood transfusion.

Side Effects

Burning or stinging, local pain, induration and erythema at injection site.