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2018-05-20 08:19:43
I got a minor scratch from a street dog . Is rabies shots needed ? And is it necessary to take those shots before 24 hrs of the incident .
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Hello, RABIES is 100%fetal so go very seriously.inj TT one AMPLE IM STATE+ zero hr doseof ANTIRABIS RABIPUR VACCINE IN DELTOID REGION SUBCUTANEOUSLY as mentioned no liniency.ok all five doseto be taken in proper time in deltoid region subcutaneously ok..

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yep its absolutely necessary. go to nearby hospital n take shots as per protocol.

Answered2018-05-20 08:27:14

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Rabies shots are not necessary for minor scratch... U can wash the area with soap and running water.. it s enough

Answered2018-05-20 08:24:07

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