Drug details

Biavax (rubella and mumps virus vaccine live)

type of Vaccines, Live, Viral

Biavax II (rubella and mumps virus vaccine live) is a vaccine used for simultaneous immunization against rubella and mumps in persons 12 months of age or older. A booster is not needed. The brand name Biavax II is discontinued, but generic versions may be available.

This drug may have the following side effects:

• headache
• sore throat
• cough
• fever
• vomiting
• diarrhea, and
• dizziness
• rash
• runny nose
• general feeling of being unwell (malaise)
• injection site reactions (temporary burning, stinging, redness, swelling, and tenderness)
• temporary joint pain

The following drugs are related to Biavax, either as a replacement or used together:

• gamaSTAN (immune globulin (human) for injection)