Equirab Injection

About Rabies:

• Rabies is a viral disease predominantly caused by the bite of an infected dog.
• Dogs, bats, monkeys are reservoirs of the rabies virus.
• People infected with the virus when left untreated might die of the disease.
• Symptoms include hydrophobia, uncontrolled movements, loss of consciousness, inability to move body parts, etc.

Uses of Rabies Vaccine:

• Rabies vaccine prevents a person before or after exposure to the rabies virus.
• It develops a long - lasting immunity in the body against the virus.

How Does it Work? :

• The vaccine builds immunity in the body, but it might take seven days to provide protection.

Taking the Medicine:

• It is injected into the body.
• Generally around the abdomen or into the shoulder muscle.

Caution:

• Take doctors assistance while taking the vaccination 
• Only purchase the vaccine from trusted sources

Possible Side Effects:

• Fever
• Headache
• Stomach upset
• Muscle aches and pains
• Rash