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Regarding anyi-rabies vaccination

2025-10-03 10:40:19
Hello, last year I received the full 5-dose anti-rabies vaccine after a minor scratch from my cat. A few days ago, I had another minor scratch. Given that I’ve already taken the full course twice in the past two years, do I need to take all 5 doses again, or is it still effective? Please suggest.
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Only booster doses are needed In case of doubts, Consult on 9three28010077

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Take booster dose on day 0,3 For more queries connect with me on practo

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Go for booster dose

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Dear, see if your cat is vaccinated, then take only boosters. If the cat is not vaccinated, then take all doses again.if any queries, kindly consult with me on 94 two six eight six 78 nine six

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Just go for booster doses.

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Hi, Just take Booster doses.., No need to take all 5 doses again.
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Yes.

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If your cat is probably vaccinated you don't need any more vaccination

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No need of 5 doses!!!... Take booster doses 0,3

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You just need 2 doses On day 0 and 3

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Just get the booster dose.    2 injections 3 days apart(day 0 amd day 3) Thats enough.

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Since you have already received the full 5 dose anti rabies vaccine series within the last 2 years, you do not need to take the full course again. For re exposure, only 2 booster doses (on Day 0 and Day 3) are required.
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Take 2 booster doses of the anti-rabies vaccine on Day 0 (the day of scratch) and Day 3. keep the wound clean.wash it with soap and running water for atleast 15 minutes.
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If future exposures occur within 3 months of these boosters, no further vaccine is usually needed.

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Get booster dose

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Need few more details Kindly consult

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Booster doses

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Just take booster dose

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Booster doses (day 0,3) should be enough since you’ve received entire regime.
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Be precautious. Wash the wound well. Please consider consulting if wound site is red/ warm/ or if any problems with the affected limb.
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Keep the wound site clean and away from dust exposure. Soap and water are your best friends here.

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