Question 1

how long does the rabies vaccine last in humans?

Accepted Answer

Uncertain: We really are not 100% certain. Cdc feels--if high risk--test every 2 years (e.g. Vet working in rabies zone)  latest who consensus is every 10 years. In general, if continued risk, recommend periodic retesting titers though immunity may persist even when antibodies are no longer detectable. Cdc rule? If the titer.

Question 2

how long does post-exposure rabies vaccine last in humans?

Accepted Answer

Well...: If you get the complete post-exposure series then the NEXT time you are exposed you are given only 2 shots and no immunoglobulin.  If it has been more than 20 years since first series then the whole series will be given again.

Question 3

how long does the rabies vaccine last in people?

Accepted Answer

Maybe lifelong but..: We really are not 100% certain. Cdc feels--if high risk--test every 2 years (e.g. Vet working in rabies zone)  latest who consensus is every 10 years. In general, if continued risk, recommend periodic retesting titers though immunity may persist even when antibodies are no longer detectable. Cdc rule? If the titer.

Question 4

is there a human rabies vaccine?

Accepted Answer

Yes: Rabies vaccine is given to people who have been exposed to rabies, usually after being bitten by a rabies-infected animal. Any mammal can get rabies, but in the U.S. The animals that are carriers of rabies are racoons, skunks, foxes, coyotes, and bats. Rabies vaccine is also given to people who are at high risk for animal bites, such as veterinarians.

Question 5

what should be avoided when getting the human rabies vaccine?

Accepted Answer

Nothing really: The Immune Globulin given soon post exposure can cause a fair amount of local pain but the vaccine is well tolerated and you do not need to avoid anything.

Question 6

please tell me if there are any side effects of rabies vaccine for humans?

Accepted Answer

Yes: Local reactions, such as pain, redness, swelling or itching at the injection site is common.  Systemic reactions, such as headache, nausea, abdominal pain, muscle aches, and dizziness, are reported.

Question 7

how long does rabies vaccine last?

Accepted Answer

Long duration: but please check this link for the WHO position paper on the vaccine and the disease, good luck

http://www.who.int/immunization/Rabies_slides_Aug_2010.pdf

Question 8

can i take anti rabies vaccine one day prior to schedule date? this is my fifth and last shot.

Accepted Answer

Yes: Taking it one day early should not be a problem.

Question 9

i read that the effects of receiving the full post exposure rabies vaccine could last as long as 10 years.  is that true?

Accepted Answer

Get titer checked: It may be true, but if you have continued exposure, then you should have the antibody titer checked.  Discretion is the better part of valor!

Question 10

help! d; i received my last rabies vaccine today and i'm worried. please tell me is pdev; vaxirab safe? is it safeee?? help!   ; _ ;

Accepted Answer

Yes: Ruby, the rabies vaccine has been extensively tested and in use for decades. Other than being painful to receive, it is quite safe unless you are allergic to the vaccine itself. As long as you don't have any symptoms, you are most likely fine. If you develop a rash, trouble breathing, or swelling, see your doctor. Hope this helps!

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