Zuvirab Vaccine

Short Description

Zuvirab Vaccine is a rabies vaccine given to people at higher risk of coming in contact with rabies, such as veterinarians, or after an animal bite if the animal could have rabies.

Dosage Form

Powder for Injection

Introduction

Zuvirab Vaccine is given by injection by a doctor or nurse. It is administered post thorough washing 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 important to complete the course of the vaccine to prevent this fatal disease.

Your doctor or nurse will give you this medicine. Kindly do not self-administer.

Side Effects

Pain Joint pain Vaccination site redness Vaccination site swelling

Alcohol Warning

It is not known whether it is safe to consume alcohol with Zuvirab Vaccine. Please consult your doctor.

Breastfeeding Warning

Zuvirab Vaccine is probably safe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug does not represent any significant risk to the baby.

Pregnancy Warning

Zuvirab Vaccine is generally considered safe to use during pregnancy. Animal studies have shown low or no adverse effects to the developing baby; however, there are limited human studies.

Interacting Medicines

Mycophenolate mofetil Azathioprine Cyclophosphamide Mercaptopurine

Zuvirab Vaccine is an inactivated vaccine. It helps develop immunity by forming antibodies which are proteins that protect against infection caused by viruses.

Zuvirab Vaccine helps prevent rabies It is given as an injection into the muscle of the upper arm If you are at risk of being bitten, the vaccine is given as a course of three injections on 0, 3, and 7 days A booster dose is needed one year after completing the course You may experience headaches or fatigue, but a suitable painkiller can be prescribed by a doctor