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2025-09-13 04:47:45
If the first dose of anti-rabies vaccine (ARV) and rabies immunoglobulin (RIG) is given on Day 1 (instead of Day 0), then what should be the schedule of next 4 doses of ARV? Note: dog bite was from vaccinated pet dog
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Same schedule,  3rd day, 7th day, 14th day and 28rh day if needed.

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Day 1 will be counted as day 0 Then day 3 , 7 , 14 What type of bite was it? Did you had an active bleed?
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Get ARV and immunoglobulin on all the dates accurately
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Do not skip any dose as rabies is fatal

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Whenever you take it.. that's considered day 0.   You took day 0 dose after 24 hours here ..

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Day 1 counted as day 0
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next follow with schedule 3 , 7 , 14 , 28

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3,7,14,28

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Check your anti rabies immunization card I am sure it is mentioned there.
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In case you lost it feel free to contact me.

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Before I answer this question I want to mention that a human body is not as precise as a 5th  Generation computer. Day 0 or day 1 make no difference. The schedule is 0 , 3 or 4 , 7 , 28.

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The day of your vaccination will be counted as day 0. Don't panic since it was a vaccinated pet dog. Continue ARV schedule.

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total is 5-dose schedule: Day 0, 3, 7, 14, 28 Is your case your day 1 will be counted as day 0

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Ur day 1 will be counted as day 0

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Day 3,7,14,28 is the recommended schedule Its mandatory to go through vaccine But there is nothing to worry as the dog was vaccinated

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Next doses should be same as prescribed considering day 1 as Day 0
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Complete all the ARV regimen and also check for any warning signs.
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If the wound of dog bite is deep consider taking an immunoglobulin also which would be helpful

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Even if the bite is from vaccinated dog it's mandatory to take the full course of vaccination. Continue to take it on Day 3, 7,14 and 28.

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0, 3. 7, 28 so 1, 4, 8, 29

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Day 0 is not the day of dog bite , It's the Day when you receive 1st dose of ARV & ARS Within 72hrs of dog bite ARV & ARS should be taken , Follow the same schedule
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as the Dog was already vaccinated , no need to worry
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wound care with soap & water

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Plz share pics or details of the dog bite wound

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Need few more details Kindly consult

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No problem. Just complete the vaccination schedule. You are safe.
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Don't panic. Some google searches can make you anxious. Just consult with a physician if you have any doubt. keep the wound clean.

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Can help you, kindly consult and provide detailed history for proper diagnosis and further management

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