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R-VAC Vaccine
Prescription Required
Product introduction
R-VAC Vaccine is a medicine used in the prevention of rubella. Rubella is a highly contagious disease that is caused by a virus. This vaccine is given to children to prevent them from the disease.
R-VAC Vaccine is used to prevent some infectious diseases
R-VAC Vaccine is used to prevent some infectious diseases
Uses of R-VAC Injection
Benefits of R-VAC Injection
In Prevention of Rubella
Rubella is a very contagious disease caused by a virus. It is characterized by a red rash and is also called German measles or three-day measles. Rubella can be prevented by R-VAC Vaccine. It is very safe and effective. Getting vaccinated is the best way to protect against measles. R-VAC Vaccine is a routine vaccination that children should receive. Consult your doctor to get it administered as an injection. It should not be self-administered.
Side effects of R-VAC Injection
Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you’re worried about them
Common side effects of R-VAC
- Sore throat
- Fever
- Rash
- Injection site reactions (pain, swelling, redness)
How to use R-VAC Injection
Your doctor or nurse will give you this medicine. Kindly do not self administer.
Safety advice
Alcohol
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
It is not known whether it is safe to consume alcohol with R-VAC Vaccine. Please consult your doctor.
Pregnancy
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
R-VAC Vaccine may be unsafe to use during pregnancy. Although there are limited studies in humans, animal studies have shown harmful effects on the developing baby. Your doctor will weigh the benefits and any potential risks before prescribing it to you. Please consult your doctor.
Breast feeding
CAUTION
R-VAC Vaccine should be used with caution during breastfeeding. Breastfeeding should be held until the treatment of the mother is completed and the drug is eliminated from her body.
Driving
SAFE
R-VAC Vaccine does not usually affect your ability to drive.
Kidney
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
R-VAC Vaccine is probably safe to use in patients with kidney disease. Limited data available suggests that dose adjustment of R-VAC Vaccine may not be needed in these patients. Please consult your doctor.
Liver
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
R-VAC Vaccine is probably safe to use in patients with liver disease. Limited data available suggests that dose adjustment of R-VAC Vaccine may not be needed in these patients. Please consult your doctor.
All substitutes
For informational purposes only. Consult a doctor before taking any medicines.
R-VAC Vaccine
₹57.1/Injection
Rubella Vaccine
Serum Institute Of India Ltd
₹71.65/injection
37% cheaper
Quick tips
- R-VAC Vaccine is given as an injection by the healthcare professionals.
- Take it as per dose and duration suggested by the doctor.
- Do not take if the patient is allergic to the R-VAC Vaccine or any of its ingredients.
Fact Box
Chemical Class
Vaccines
Habit Forming
No
Therapeutic Class
VACCINES
Action Class
Live attenuated vaccines
Patient concerns
User feedback
Patients taking R-VAC Vaccine
Once A Month
60%
Once A Day
30%
Once A Week
9%
Twice A Month
2%
What are you using R-VAC Injection for?
Rubella
88%
Others
12%
How much was the improvement?
Average
100%
What were the side-effects while using R-VAC Vaccine?
Fever
100%
FAQs
Is R-VAC Vaccine live or inactivated?
R-VAC Vaccine is a live attenuated virus vaccine. It contains a weakened virus that helps stimulate the immune system to produce antibodies against the actual infection causing virus. This helps protect the individual from getting infected in future, if exposed.
How effective is R-VAC Vaccine?
R-VAC Vaccine is very safe and effective. One dose of the R-VAC Vaccine is about 97% effective at preventing rubella.
What are the possible side effects of R-VAC Vaccine?
The possible side effects of R-VAC Vaccine are fever, sore throat, injection site itching, pain, skin rash, erythema (skin redness), and swelling. However, these are usually not bothersome and will resolve in sometime. If they don’t, consult your doctor.
How is R-VAC Vaccine administered?
R-VAC Vaccine should be administered under the supervision of a trained healthcare professional or a doctor and should not be self-administered. It is usually given as an injection under your skin, either in the upper arm or in the outer thigh. Follow your doctor’s instructions carefully to get maximum benefit from R-VAC Vaccine.
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Tata 1mg's sole intention is to ensure that its consumers get information that is expert-reviewed, accurate and trustworthy. However, the information contained herein should NOT be used as a substitute for the advice of a qualified physician. The information provided here is for informational purposes only. This may not cover everything about particular health conditions, lab tests, medicines, all possible side effects, drug interactions, warnings, alerts, etc. Please consult your doctor and discuss all your queries related to any disease or medicine. We intend to support, not replace, the doctor-patient relationship.References
- ScienceDirect. Rubella vaccine. [Accessed 04 Apr. 2019] (online) Available from:
- Measles, mumps, and rubella virus vaccine live. Whitehouse Station, New Jersey: Merck & Co. Inc. [Accessed 04 Apr. 2019] (online) Available from:
- Central Drugs Standard Control Organisation (CDSCO). [Accessed 03 Apr. 2019] (online) Available from:
Marketer details
Name: Serum Institute Of India Ltd
Address: 212/2, Hadapsar, Off Soli Poonawalla Road, Pune 411028 India
Country of origin: India
Expires on or after: February, 2025
A licensed vendor partner from your nearest location will deliver R-VAC Vaccine. Once the pharmacy accepts your order, the details of the pharmacy will be shared with you. Acceptance of your order is based on the validity of your doctor's ℞ and the availability of this medicine.
Phone Number: 0124-4166666
Address: 5th Floor Tower - B of the Presidency Building, 46/4 Mehrauli Gurgaon Road, Sector 14, Gurugram, Haryana-122001, India
Expires on or after: February, 2025
A licensed vendor partner from your nearest location will deliver R-VAC Vaccine. Once the pharmacy accepts your order, the details of the pharmacy will be shared with you. Acceptance of your order is based on the validity of your doctor's ℞ and the availability of this medicine.
In case of any issues, contact us
Email ID: [email protected]Phone Number: 0124-4166666
Address: 5th Floor Tower - B of the Presidency Building, 46/4 Mehrauli Gurgaon Road, Sector 14, Gurugram, Haryana-122001, India
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