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Rabies Vaccine (Intramuscular Route) Side Effects - Mayo Clinic

19 hours ago  · Rare reactions to the rabies vaccine include: Hives, which appear as firm lumps all over the dog's body and may or may not be itchy. Vomiting. Diarrhea. Swollen face, muzzle and/or eyes. Severe pain or swelling at the injection site. Cough. Collapse or fainting. >> Go To The Portal


What are the possible side effects of rabies immune globulin?
  • headache;
  • cold symptoms such as stuffy nose, sneezing, sore throat;
  • stomach pain, gas, diarrhea;
  • muscle pain; or.
  • pain, swelling, itching, redness, or a hard lump where the shot was given.

Can rabies shot cause side effects?

Soreness, redness, swelling, or itching at the site of the injection, and headache, nausea, abdominal pain, muscle aches, or dizziness can happen after rabies vaccine. Hives, pain in the joints, or fever sometimes happen after booster doses.

How long do rabies side effects last?

As the disease progresses, the person may experience delirium, abnormal behavior, hallucinations, hydrophobia (fear of water), and insomnia. The acute period of disease typically ends after 2 to 10 days. Once clinical signs of rabies appear, the disease is nearly always fatal, and treatment is typically supportive.

Does rabies vaccine make you tired?

Common side effects of RabAvert include injection site reactions (pain, swelling, itching, and redness), headache, increased heart rate, hot flashes, joint or muscle pain, nausea, body aches, flu symptoms, swollen glands, general ill feeling (malaise), tiredness, and dizziness.

How long does rabies vaccination stay in your system?

Protection can last anywhere from six months to two years, depending on the type of vaccine received. Pre-exposure vaccination offers two years protection and is often recommended for travelers. Post-exposure rabies vaccination can provide as little as six months as it can vary with the vaccine received.

Why is rabies vaccine so painful?

Rabies vaccines can be painful and the immunoglobulin administration can involve a lot of needles at one time for the patient. The patient also has to come back at specific times to abide by the vaccination schedule, which can become quite expensive and inconvenient.Nov 22, 2014

Can rabies symptoms occur after 10 years?

Confirmed rabies has occurred as long as 7 years after exposure, but the reasons for this long latency are unknown. The first signs of illness are nonspecific: fever, anxiety, and malaise. Often there is tingling and severe pruritus at the site of the animal bite.

What should you eat after a rabies shot?

There is no dietery restriction . anti rabies vaccine is not related to diet.. some of the studies in India says it's not good to have meat milk ,potatoes,spices.. Was this answer helpful?

Can I take rabies vaccine after 3 days?

The first dose of the 5-dose course should be administered as soon as possible after exposure. This date is then considered day 0 of the post exposure prophylaxis series. Additional doses should then be administered on days 3, 7, 14, and 28 after the first vaccination.

Can I take a bath after anti rabies vaccine?

One should not take bath; eat meat and eggs during vaccination. Gems and stones have magical properties against rabies.

Does rabies vaccine last longer than 3 years?

While 3-year rabies vaccines are recognized in all 50 States, annual or biannual revaccination for rabies is still required by some State municipalities, even though essentially all United Stated Department of Agriculture (USDA) licensed rabies vaccines have a minimum 3-year duration (3).