Rabies vaccine, Human

Information about Rabies vaccine, Human

Rabies vaccine, Human Uses

Rabies vaccine, Human is used for prevention of Rabies.

How Rabies vaccine, Human works

Rabies vaccine, Human is an inactivated vaccine. It helps develop immunity by forming antibodies, which are proteins that protect against infection caused by viruses.

Common side effects of Rabies vaccine, Human

Pain, Joint pain, Injection site redness, Injection site swelling, Swelling of lymph nodes
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Last updated
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Available Medicine for Rabies vaccine, Human

AbhayrabIndian Immunologicals Ltd
₹3972 variant(s)
RabipurGlaxo SmithKline Pharmaceuticals Ltd
₹3491 variant(s)
VaxirabZydus Cadila
₹337 to ₹3972 variant(s)
XprabSun Pharmaceutical Industries Ltd
₹3971 variant(s)
Zoonovac-VBharat Serums & Vaccines Ltd
₹3971 variant(s)
IndirabBharat Biotech
₹3971 variant(s)
RabiesSerum Institute Of India Ltd
₹3251 variant(s)
VerorabZuventus Healthcare Ltd
₹310 to ₹3372 variant(s)
WorabWockhardt Ltd
₹3101 variant(s)
Verorab AntirabiesSun Pharmaceutical Industries Ltd
₹3371 variant(s)

Expert advice for Rabies vaccine, Human

  • Rabies vaccine, Human helps prevent rabies.
  • It is given as an injection into the muscle of the upper arm.
  • If you are at risk of being bitten, the vaccine is given as a course of three injections on days 0, 7 and 28. A booster dose is needed one year after completing this course.
  • If you have been immunized against rabies and bitten by an animal suspected of having rabies, two doses of the vaccine are needed, first on the day of the bite and second on day 3 after the bite.
  • If you have not been immunized against rabies and bitten by an animal suspected of having rabies, the first injection of rabies vaccine should be given as soon as possible after the bite. This is followed by four further doses on days 3, 7, 14 and 30.
  • Do not take Rabies vaccine, Human if you have a weak immune system.

Frequently asked questions for Rabies vaccine, Human

Rabies vaccine, Human

Q. How does rabies spread?

The rabies virus is transmitted in the saliva of infected animals. People usually become infected with the virus if they get bitten by an infected animal. However, any contact with the saliva of an infected animal (alive or dead) can potentially lead to rabies infection if the person has an opening in the skin or the saliva gets into their eyes, nose or mouth.

Q. Is rabies preventable?

Rabies is a 100% preventable disease. Proper wound management and simultaneous administration of Rabies vaccine, Human combined with rabies immunoglobulin (RIG) is considered invariably effective in preventing rabies, even after high-risk exposure.

Q. What are the symptoms of rabies?

The rabies virus attacks the nervous system (brain and spinal cord). The first symptoms of rabies are similar to a flu-like illness which can be identified as fever, headache and general discomfort. Within days, the disease can progress to symptoms such as anxiety, confusion, agitation, abnormal behavior, delirium and hallucinations.

Q. Who should get this vaccine?

Rabies vaccine is recommended for persons in high-risk occupational groups, such as veterinarians and their staff, animal handlers, rabies researchers and certain laboratory workers. International travelers who are likely to come in contact with animals in areas where cases of dog rabies are common. People should remain cautious and must get Rabies vaccine, Human, especially if they will have limited access to appropriate medical care in such areas.

Q. Can a pregnant woman receive Rabies vaccine, Human if exposed to rabies?

Yes, Rabies vaccine, Human can be taken by a pregnant woman. Cases of any fetal abnormalities in pregnant women have not been reported with the use of Rabies vaccine, Human. The doctor may even suggest routine pre-exposure vaccination against rabies if the risk of exposure is high.

Q. What are the side effects of Rabies vaccine, Human?

Most of the side effects of Rabies vaccine, Human are mild, such as soreness and redness at the injection site. Moderate problems, including hives, pain in the joints and fever, are possible in a small percentage of patients (6%) who are given booster doses.

Q. Who should not receive Rabies vaccine, Human?

Rabies vaccine, Human is not recommended for routine use in the general population. It should not be used if a person is moderately or severely ill. If you have any doubts, consult your doctor.

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