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How Many Rabipur Injections Should Be Taken For A Dog S Bite?

Sir, my son was nibbled by a stray dog before 15 yrs. and he was given 5 dose of Rabipur inj.. Now after 15 yrs again he was bitten by a stray dog, now whether he has to take 5 doses of Rabipur inj. or only 2 inj.? please let me know soon. He has already taken 2 inj. and whether we give him 3 inj. more or 2 is enough.
Mon, 10 Apr 2017
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Hello dear
I understand your concern
Rabies vaccine is effective for 5 year.
At present require complete 5 injection should be given
Complete vaccination five dose is require
Thank you
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How Many Rabipur Injections Should Be Taken For A Dog S Bite?

Hello dear I understand your concern Rabies vaccine is effective for 5 year. At present require complete 5 injection should be given Complete vaccination five dose is require Thank you