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Pakistan EPI vaccine

Measles-Rubella Vaccine

WHO EMRO notes that Pakistan replaced measles vaccine with measles-rubella vaccine in 2021.

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Vaccine Universe Medical Director
Last reviewed
Jul 6, 2026
Administration
Injection
Where to get it
Free at government EPI vaccination centres

What is Measles-Rubella Vaccine?

WHO EMRO notes that Pakistan replaced measles vaccine with measles-rubella vaccine in 2021.

Dosage and schedule

MR-I at 9 months and MR-II at 15 months.

  1. 1

    5th Visit

    9 months

    MR-I
  2. 2

    6th Visit

    15 months

    MR-II

Benefits

  • Helps protect against measles and rubella.
  • Rubella protection also helps prevent congenital rubella syndrome in future pregnancies.

Diseases prevented

  • Measles
  • Rubella
  • Congenital rubella syndrome

Common reactions

  • Mild fever, rash, or injection-site soreness can occur.
  • Temporary swelling of glands or mild joint aches can occur in some people.

Precautions

  • Tell the vaccinator about severe allergy after a previous MR/MMR-containing vaccine.
  • Ask a clinician before vaccination if severe immune compromise is known or suspected.

When to seek help

  • Seek care for breathing difficulty, facial swelling, prolonged fever, or any serious unexpected reaction.

Medical disclaimer

This vaccine knowledge base is educational and based on public EPI/WHO sources. It does not replace advice from a qualified doctor, vaccinator, or local health authority. For missed doses, illness, allergies, pregnancy, immune compromise, or an unexpected reaction after vaccination, speak to a health-care worker.

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