Zuvirab
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About Zuvirab Products
Zuvirab Products side effects
Common
Side Effects of Zuvirab are Pain, Joint pain, Injection site redness, Injection site swelling, Swelling of lymph nodes.
How Zuvirab Products work
Rabies vaccine, Human is an inactivated vaccine. It helps develop immunity by forming antibodies, which are proteins that protect against infection caused by viruses.
Patient Concerns about Zuvirab Products
Frequently asked questions about Zuvirab Products
Frequently asked questions about Rabies vaccine, Human
Q. How does rabies spread?
The rabies virus is transmitted in the saliva of infected animals. People usually become infected with the virus if they get bitten by an infected animal. However, any contact with the saliva of an infected animal (alive or dead) can potentially lead to rabies infection if the person has an opening in the skin or the saliva gets into their eyes, nose or mouth.
Q. Is rabies preventable?
Rabies is a 100% preventable disease. Proper wound management and simultaneous administration of Zuvirab Vaccine combined with rabies immunoglobulin (RIG) is considered invariably effective in preventing rabies, even after high-risk exposure.
Q. What are the symptoms of rabies?
The rabies virus attacks the nervous system (brain and spinal cord). The first symptoms of rabies are similar to a flu-like illness which can be identified as fever, headache and general discomfort. Within days, the disease can progress to symptoms such as anxiety, confusion, agitation, abnormal behavior, delirium and hallucinations.
Q. Who should get this vaccine?
Rabies vaccine is recommended for persons in high-risk occupational groups, such as veterinarians and their staff, animal handlers, rabies researchers and certain laboratory workers. International travelers who are likely to come in contact with animals in areas where cases of dog rabies are common. People should remain cautious and must get Zuvirab Vaccine, especially if they will have limited access to appropriate medical care in such areas.
Q. Can a pregnant woman receive Zuvirab Vaccine if exposed to rabies?
Yes, Zuvirab Vaccine can be taken by a pregnant woman. Cases of any fetal abnormalities in pregnant women have not been reported with the use of Zuvirab Vaccine. The doctor may even suggest routine pre-exposure vaccination against rabies if the risk of exposure is high.
Q. What are the side effects of Zuvirab Vaccine?
Most of the side effects of Zuvirab Vaccine are mild, such as soreness and redness at the injection site. Moderate problems, including hives, pain in the joints and fever, are possible in a small percentage of patients (6%) who are given booster doses.
Q. Who should not receive Zuvirab Vaccine?
Zuvirab Vaccine is not recommended for routine use in the general population. It should not be used if a person is moderately or severely ill. If you have any doubts, consult your doctor.