At what age MMR vaccine is given?

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Dr Anshul Maheshwari

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Usual dosing in children is two doses - first at 9 to 12 months and second at 16 to 24 months of age.

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Answered 04/07/2025

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I'm really concerned because during a recent polio vaccination drive, my son was accidentally given 67 drops instead of the usual 2 drops of the oral polio vaccine. Hes already had multiple oral doses and the IPV. Could this cause any issues now or in the future? What should I look out for in terms of symptoms of an overdose?

No such recorder complications.do not worry

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I accidentally gave my child expired Mucolite syrup that expired just last month. Could it be poisonous, and what should I do now? Please advise on any remedy.

Generally expired medicine don't cause harm But it is better to observe for 24 hours

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Can I use a cream with salicylic acid in the morning and a cleanser with salicylic acid at night? Would it be too much for my skin? I'm really curious if combining them might irritate my skin or if it's safe to do both. What do you think?

it would cause mild burns or rashes so try to include it slowly to your skincare starting with facewash

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