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A box of MMR vaccine (undiluted) was left at room temperature for 3 hours. Is it okay to use?

April 26, 2017Box hours Left MMR room temperature undiluted vaccine

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A box of MMR vaccine (undiluted) was left at room temperature for 3 hours. Is it okay to use?

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If you suspect that this vaccine or any vaccine has been mishandled, you should contact the manufacturer for guidance on its use. This is particularly important for labile live virus vaccines like MMR and varicella. Unfortunately, errors in vaccine storage and handling are common.