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Can 2nd Dose Of Rabivax Vaccine Be Taken On D2 Instead Of D3?

Hi Doctor, I was bitten by a dog and I have taken rabivax vaccine 1 dose on D0, not I need to travel abroad for few days, is it ok to take 2nd dose on D2 rather than D3. As I am travelling abroad I am not sure if I will be able to take the vaccine on D3
Tue, 2 Aug 2016
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Rabies prophylaxis is recommended for dog bite. One dose of the vaccine is administered on days 0, 3, 7, 14 and 30 intramuscularly into the deltoid region. You need to follow this standard regimen strictly so that immunity against rabies virus develops properly. This regimen is standard and is followed across the world. Not following this regimen might interfere in development of proper immunity against rabies virus. Health is wealth. Rabies is a fatal disease with 100% mortality rate. Vaccination is the only preventive measure available. Once rabies develops there is no cure. So give priority to your health rather than travelling.
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Can 2nd Dose Of Rabivax Vaccine Be Taken On D2 Instead Of D3?

Rabies prophylaxis is recommended for dog bite. One dose of the vaccine is administered on days 0, 3, 7, 14 and 30 intramuscularly into the deltoid region. You need to follow this standard regimen strictly so that immunity against rabies virus develops properly. This regimen is standard and is followed across the world. Not following this regimen might interfere in development of proper immunity against rabies virus. Health is wealth. Rabies is a fatal disease with 100% mortality rate. Vaccination is the only preventive measure available. Once rabies develops there is no cure. So give priority to your health rather than travelling. Thanks!