Verorab2.5IU/0.5ml

Indication

Rabies vaccine is indicated for, prophylactic immunization against rabies, treatment of patients following suspected rabies contact.

Administration

To reconstitute the vaccine, transfer content of supplied diluent into the vial containing freeze-dried preparation. Do not shake. After reconstitution ... View More

Adult Dose

Intramuscular Active immunisation against rabies Adult: 1 ml for adults: a) Pre-exposure immunization: 1 ml for children and adults. Primary-... View More

Child Dose

Intramuscular Child: 1 ml for children: a) Pre-exposure immunization: 1 ml for children and adults. Primary-vaccination: According to the W... View More

Contraindication

Pre-exposure Severe fever, febrile infection, acute disease, progressive chronic diseases. Known hypersensitivity reactions to rabies vaccine or any of... View More

Mode of Action

Rabies vaccine is an inactivated virus vaccine that is used for active immunisation against rabies. It can be used for pre- and post-exposure immunisati... View More

Precaution

Possibility of immune complex reaction 2-21 days after booster doses of HDCV (Human diploid cell cultures rabies vaccine); symptoms include arthralgia, ... View More

Side Effect

>10% Injection site pain, soreness, swelling, erythema, itching, burning (30-74%),N/V (5-40%),Abdominal pain (5-40%),Diarrhea (5-40%),Headache (5-40%),... View More

Pregnancy Category Note

Due to the severity of the disease, pregnancy is not considered to be a contra-indication to post-exposure prophylaxis.

Interaction

Concurrent use with immunosuppressants may reduce the efficacy of vaccines.