Sure Rab Vaccine

Sure Rab Vaccine contains inactivated rabies virus (rabies virus that has been killed) as its active component and belongs to the class of medicines called vaccines. It is used for prevention of rabies before or after exposure to the virus (pre-exposure prophylaxis or post-exposure prophylaxis). Rabies infection spreads when a person is bitten, scratched, or licked by an infected animal, particularly when the skin is already damaged. Rabies is a serious and often fatal viral condition that can cause severe neurological symptoms, including fever, headache, muscle weakness, and paralysis. Inform your doctor if you are allergic to any of the vaccines or its components. However, there are no absolute contraindications after exposure to rabies. Discuss any prescribed and non-prescribed medication (corticosteroids or immunosuppressive agents) with your doctor before using the vaccine. Inform your doctor if you have had any acute underlying illness before receiving Sure Rab Vaccine. Paediatric patients require special consideration as it can be administered in the thigh muscle, whereas for elderly people, it can be administered in the upper arm (deltoid).

Prevention of rabies infection

The attenuated rabies virus in vaccines prompts the body's immune system to produce antibodies to fight against rabies viruses. These antibodies offer defense against rabies virus-related infections and illnesses. It provides immediate, active immunity to the rabies virus by neutralizing it before it can infect the body's cells and cause disease.

Sure rab vaccines is available as an injection that is given by intramuscular route. It is recommended to give a pre-exposure vaccine in a series of three injections (intramuscular) on days [0, 7, 21, or 28]. In contrast, for the post-exposure vaccine, it is recommended to give five injections on days [ 0, 3, 7, 14, 28 or (90 optional)]. However, your healthcare professional will decide the dosage regimen based on your conditions.

Side effects are unwanted symptoms caused by medicines. Although all drugs cause side effects, not everyone experiences them. Serious: Severe allergic reactions Lymphadenopathy [swelling of lymph nodes] Common: Pain Induration Erythema Injection site reaction (pruritus)

It is important to carefully read and understand the warnings and precautions associated with the medication. Patients should report to the doctor if they react to vaccine exposure. It is recommended to take sufficient rest for a fast recovery after the vaccination. It is advised to use a cold compress at the injection to reduce the inflammation and itching after the vaccination. Wash the animal-bitten area or the wound thoroughly with water for 10-15 minutes. After drying, apply 70% alcohol to that area.