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Prevents infection caused by rabies virus. The vaccine can be given before or after you are exposed to the rabies virus.
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Rabavert, Imovax Rabies |
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Rabies Vaccine
Rabavert, Imovax Rabies
Uses
Prevents infection caused by rabies virus. The vaccine can be given before or after you are exposed to the rabies virus.
How
To Use - APPEARANCE: Injectable.
If you have not been exposed to the rabies virus but you are getting the vaccine because you are at risk (if you are a veterinarian, work with animals, or will be going to a country where rabies is common) you should receive 3 doses given on 3 different days within a 1-month period.
If you have been exposed to the rabies virus but you have not yet received the vaccine, you will need to get 5 doses given on different days within a 1-month period.
- A sixth dose may be given 2 months later.
- You may also receive a shot of immune globulin.
If you are at risk, another shot may be given every 6 months to 2 years.
It is important that you have the shots when your doctor tells you.
Side
Effects - Call your doctor right away if you notice any of these side effects:
Intense itching, hives
Wheezing or trouble breathing
Swelling of face, lips, or throat
Fever
Severe nausea or vomiting
Pain, numbness, weakness in hand or feet
Pain in joints, like arthritis
Precautions
- You should not receive rabies vaccine if you have had an allergic reaction to it.
Missed
Dose - It is very important that you do not miss a dose.
If you miss a dose, make another appointment for the next day.
Tell your doctor or nurse about any missed doses.
Drug
Interactions - Make sure your doctor knows before you receive rabies vaccine if you have ever had an allergic reaction to any type of vaccine, or if you have an illness with fever now.
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CONDITIONS
OF USE: The information in this database is intended to supplement, not substitute
for, the expertise and judgement of healthcare professionals. The information
is not intended to cover all possible uses, directions, precautions, drug interactions
or adverse effects, nor should it be construed to indicate that use of a particular
drug is safe, appropriate or effective for you or anyone else. A healthcare professional
should be consulted before taking any drug, changing any diet or commencing or
discontinuing any course of treatment. |
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