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Rabies vaccine, Human
INFORMATION ABOUT RABIES VACCINE, HUMAN
Rabies vaccine, Human Uses
Rabies vaccine, Human is used for Rabies and 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
Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you’re worried about them
Common
Pain, Joint pain, Injection site redness, Injection site swelling, Swelling of lymph nodes
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Written By
Dr. Syeda Aafia
MBA, BDS
Reviewed By
Dr. Rajeev Sharma
MBA, MBBS
Last updated
11 Jun 2025 | 01:46 PM (UTC)
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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
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.