Can I take an MMR booster dose?
Prof HPS Sachdeva
Prof HPS Sachdev,
Senior Consultant Pediatrics,
Sitaram Bhartia Institute of Science and Research,
New Delhi
Prof HPS Sachdev,
Senior Consultant Pediatrics,
Sitaram Bhartia Institute of Science and Research,
New Delhi
Q: I am 26 years old. I had not received the MMR booster dose as a child. Can I take it now to prevent any complications during pregnancy?
A:Yes, to be absolutely safe, it would be desirable to do so before a pregnancy is being planned. It is vital to remember that pregnancy should not occur for at least three months, preferably six months, after vaccination.