Verorab Antirabies Vaccine is given to people who are at higher risk of coming in contact with rabies like veterinarians. It is also given to people after an animal bite if the animal could have rabies. If the vaccine is given immediately and appropriately, it is 100 percent effective. Verorab Antirabies Vaccine is given by injection by a doctor or nurse. It is administered post thorough washing (for about 15 minutes, with soap and copious amounts of water) of all bite wounds as early as possible. The sooner treatment is begun after exposure, the better. Post-exposure anti-rabies vaccination should always include administration of both Immunoglobulin and vaccine, with the exception of persons who have previously received complete vaccination regimens. It is very very important to complete the course of the vaccine to prevent this fatal disease. The most common side effects include pain, joint pain, vaccination site redness as well as 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 let your doctor know about all the medicine you are taking as well.

• Joint pain
• Injection site redness
• Injection site swelling
• Swelling of lymph nodes

If you miss a dose of Verorab Antirabies Vaccine, please consult your doctor.

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• Q. Q. How does rabies spread??
  Ans: 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. Q. Is rabies preventable??
  Ans: Rabies is a 100% preventable disease. Proper wound management and simultaneous administration of Verorab Antirabies Vaccine combined with rabies immunoglobulin (RIG) is considered invariably effective in preventing rabies, even after high-risk exposure.
• Q. Q. What are the symptoms of rabies??
  Ans: 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. Q. Who should get this vaccine??
  Ans: 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 Verorab Antirabies Vaccine, especially if they will have limited access to appropriate medical care in such areas.
• Q. Q. Can a pregnant woman receive Verorab Antirabies Vaccine if exposed to rabies??
  Ans: Yes, Verorab Antirabies Vaccine can be taken by a pregnant woman. Cases of any fetal abnormalities in pregnant women have not been reported with the use of Verorab Antirabies Vaccine. The doctor may even suggest routine pre-exposure vaccination against rabies if the risk of exposure is high.
• Q. Q. What are the side effects of Verorab Antirabies Vaccine??
  Ans: Most of the side effects of Verorab Antirabies Vaccine 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. Q. Who should not receive Verorab Antirabies Vaccine??
  Ans: Verorab Antirabies Vaccine 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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