Introduction to Rabies Injection
The most common side effects include pain, joint pain, Injection site redness, and swelling. They do not normally last very long. Sitting or lying down can sometimes help. Consult your doctor if any of the side effects persist or worry you.
Before having the injection, you should tell your doctor if you have ever had an allergic reaction to a vaccine. Some other medicines may react with the rabies vaccine so talk to your doctor about other medications you are taking as well. You should consult your doctor first if you are pregnant or breastfeeding.
Safety Advice for Rabies Injection
- Moderate risk
- High risk
- Safe
It is not known whether it is safe to consume alcohol with Rabies Injection. Please consult your doctor.
Rabies Injection is generally considered safe to use during pregnancy. Animal studies have shown low or no adverse effects to the developing baby however, there are limited human studies.
Rabies Injection is probably safe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug does not represent any significant risk to the baby.
It is not known whether Rabies Injection alters the ability to drive. Do not drive if you experience any symptoms that affect your ability to concentrate and react.
There is limited information available on the use of Rabies Injection in patients with kidney disease. Please consult your doctor.
There is limited information available on the use of Rabies Injection in patients with liver disease. Please consult your doctor.
How Rabies Injection works
Rabies Injection is an inactivated vaccine. It helps develop immunity by forming antibodies, which are proteins that protect against infection caused by viruses.
How To Use Rabies Injection
- Your doctor or nurse will give you this medicine. Kindly do not self administer.
Side Effects Of Rabies Injection
- Pain
- Joint pain
- Injection site redness
- Injection site swelling
- Swelling of lymph nodes
FAQ's on Rabies Injection
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.
What are the side effects of Rabies?
Most of the side effects if Rabies 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.
Is rabies preventable?
Rabies is a 100% preventable disease. Proper wound management and simultaneous administration of Rabies combined with rabies immunoglobulin (RIG) is considered invariably effective in preventing rabies, even after high-risk exposure.
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.
Can a pregnant woman receive Rabies if exposed to rabies?
Yes, Rabies can be taken by a pregnant woman. Cases of any fetal abnormalities in pregnant women have not been reported with the use of Rabies. The doctor may even suggest routine pre-exposure vaccination against rabies if the risk of exposure is high.
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, especially if they will have limited access to appropriate medical care in such areas.
Who should not receive Rabies?
Rabies 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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- Moderate risk
- High risk
- Safe
It is not known whether it is safe to consume alcohol with Rabies Injection. Please consult your doctor.
Rabies Injection is generally considered safe to use during pregnancy. Animal studies have shown low or no adverse effects to the developing baby however, there are limited human studies.
Rabies Injection is probably safe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug does not represent any significant risk to the baby.
It is not known whether Rabies Injection alters the ability to drive. Do not drive if you experience any symptoms that affect your ability to concentrate and react.
There is limited information available on the use of Rabies Injection in patients with kidney disease. Please consult your doctor.
There is limited information available on the use of Rabies Injection in patients with liver disease. Please consult your doctor.