Rabivax Injection 2.5 IU/ml is a rabies vaccine used for the prevention and post-exposure prophylaxis of rabies infection. Rabies is a fatal viral disease transmitted through bites or scratches from infected animals. This vaccine helps stimulate active immunity by inducing the body to produce protective antibodies against the rabies virus. It is used in both pre-exposure and post-exposure settings as per medical guidelines.

রেজিস্টার্ড চিকিৎসকের পরামর্শ অনুযায়ী ঔষধ সেবন করুন

Composition

• Rabies Vaccine (Inactivated) 2.5 IU/ml

Indications

Rabivax Injection is indicated for:

• Post-exposure prophylaxis (PEP) after animal bites or scratches (dog, cat, bat, etc.)
• Pre-exposure prophylaxis (PrEP) for high-risk individuals
• Veterinary personnel and animal handlers
• Laboratory workers handling rabies virus
• Travelers to rabies-endemic areas

Mechanism of Action

The inactivated rabies virus in the vaccine stimulates the immune system to produce rabies-specific neutralizing antibodies. These antibodies help prevent the virus from reaching the central nervous system, thereby providing protection against the development of rabies infection.

Dosage and Administration

• Administered intramuscularly by healthcare professionals only.
• Dosage schedule depends on exposure status and medical guidelines.
• Post-exposure vaccination is given as a series of doses on specific days as recommended.
• Must be administered immediately after suspected exposure.
• Rabies immunoglobulin may be required in severe exposure cases.

Benefits

• Provides active protection against rabies virus
• Essential life-saving post-exposure treatment
• Suitable for both pre-exposure and post-exposure use
• Helps prevent a fatal viral infection
• Well-established and effective immunization strategy

Side Effects

Rabivax Injection is generally well tolerated. Possible side effects include:

• Pain, redness, or swelling at injection site
• Mild fever
• Headache
• Fatigue
• Muscle pain

Serious allergic reactions are rare.

রেজিস্টার্ড চিকিৎসকের পরামর্শ অনুযায়ী ঔষধ সেবন করুন

Precautions and Warnings

• Must be administered under medical supervision.
• Do not skip scheduled doses for full protection.
• Inform physician about any history of severe allergy.
• Pregnancy and breastfeeding should be managed under medical advice.
• Immediate medical care is required after any animal bite exposure.

Storage

• Store at 2°C to 8°C (do not freeze)
• Protect from light
• Maintain cold chain during transport
• Use as per expiry and storage guidelines.