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The Anti-Rabies Post-Exposure Prophylaxis (PEP) is administered after a potential rabies exposure to prevent the virus from progressing within the body. It stimulates the immune system to fight off the rabies virus following bites, scratches, or saliva contact with open wounds — safe and highly effective when given promptly.
Key things to know about the vaccine and how it works.
Post-exposure vaccination is critical for individuals who have been bitten, scratched, or had exposure to saliva through broken skin or mucous membranes.
PEP includes a series of rabies vaccines, and in severe cases, rabies immunoglobulin (RIG) for immediate passive immunity.
PEP is safe and highly effective when administered promptly after exposure, with mild side effects like soreness or redness at the injection site.
Treatment depends on the severity of exposure and whether it fits into Category II (minor exposure) or Category III (severe exposure).
Should you get vaccinated? Who are high-risk individuals?
The Anti-Rabies (Post-Exposure) vaccine provides life-saving protection by preventing the development of rabies after potential exposure, ensuring safety and peace of mind.
Provides immediate defense, stopping the rabies virus from spreading within the body and preventing life-threatening infection.
Reduces the risk of severe complications, offering robust protection against the rabies virus.
Ensures individuals exposed to significant risks, such as bites or mucous membrane contact, receive life-saving treatment.
Protects individuals and prevents further rabies transmission within families and communities.
Provides reassurance to those exposed to rabies, ensuring a smooth recovery with effective treatment.
Answers to what patients ask most often about this vaccine.
PEP is a treatment involving anti-rabies vaccines and, in severe cases, rabies immunoglobulin (RIG) administered after rabies exposure to prevent infection
Individuals with Category II or III rabies exposures, such as bites, scratches, or saliva contact with broken skin or mucous membranes, need immediate PEP
PEP should begin as soon as possible after a suspected rabies exposure. Delays increase the risk of infection
RIG provides immediate passive immunity for Category III exposures (severe bites, saliva in mucous membranes, etc.) while the vaccine helps build long-term immunity
Yes, the rabies vaccine is safe, with mild side effects such as soreness at the injection site. Severe adverse effects are rare
Missing a dose reduces vaccine effectiveness. Contact your healthcare provider immediately to reschedule and complete the series
Wash the wound thoroughly with soap and water for at least 15 minutes, apply antiseptic, and seek immediate medical attention for PEP assessment
Not all bites require PEP. A healthcare provider will assess the risk based on the type of exposure, animal behavior, and rabies status of the animal
If the animal is observed for 10 days and shows no rabies symptoms, or tests negative, PEP can be discontinued under medical advice
For most post-exposure cases, 4 doses are administered on Days 0, 3, 7, and 14
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