Download FREE Practo app
Get ₹200 HealthCash
Rabies ID vaccine question please help
Hello Dcotor, please read my query carefully.
While i took rabies vaccine from a government medical on 20th jun 2026. I saw the vial was already used and out of fridge. Kept in a table at normal temperature. A nurse gave me the vaccine from same vial. Asked her how much time the vial was outside she told 3 hours. My query - does this vaccine effective?
Again on 23rd Jun 2026, i had my day 3 dose. I went to a different government medical and took my 2nd dose. There i saw they put preloaded vaccine syringes kept in fridge. How much time they kept i dont know. But it's already preloaded. If they preloaded from a day before will it still effective?
If both queries are at risk what should be my next step? I already vaccinated before. It was my booster. So kindly advise me. Its a request.
Answers (15)
Get your queries answered instantly with Care AI FREE
20000+ health queries resolved in last month
Your concerns about cold chain are valid and show good awareness. Regarding the first dose â rabies vaccines should ideally not be kept at room temperature for extended periods, and 3 hours is a concern, though not a definitive failure. Since you have prior rabies vaccination, your immune system has memory cells that will still respond even if the potency was slightly reduced. Regarding the preloaded syringes in the fridge â if preloaded on the same day, it is generally acceptable. If preloaded the day before, that is not ideal practice and could reduce potency. The safest next step, since you cannot verify the exact storage conditions, is to check your rabies antibody level (called RVNA â Rabies Virus Neutralizing Antibody titer) approximately 2 weeks after completing the booster series. This test confirms whether your immunity is adequate.
Next Steps
Complete the booster series as scheduled, then get RVNA titer tested 2 weeks after the last dose. If the titer is below the protective level, your doctor will advise repeating with a verified cold chain facility. Please consult me directly on Practo for a detailed evaluation.
Answered
Flag this answer
1/1 people found this helpful
Was this answer helpful?
YES
NO
Didn't find the answer you are looking for?
Talk to experienced doctor online and get your health questions answered in just 5 minutes.
+192
Can help you with the next course of action and treatment plan. Kindly consult via whatsapp at nine zero two nine six zero zero four seven zero.
Answered
Flag this answer
1/1 people found this helpful
Was this answer helpful?
YES
NO
Watch 10 days the dog who bitten you if he does in 10 days then take full dose of Rabipur 6 doses
Answered
Flag this answer
1/1 people found this helpful
Was this answer helpful?
YES
NO
Do consult
Answered
Flag this answer
1/1 people found this helpful
Was this answer helpful?
YES
NO
Why don't you join them in the vaccination program for a few days? Then you will understand how carefully they are attending to all patients.
Answered
Flag this answer
1/1 people found this helpful
Was this answer helpful?
YES
NO
Rabies phobia is very often seen. You need treatment
Answered
Flag this answer
1/1 people found this helpful
Was this answer helpful?
YES
NO
1.
It should not be done, but in government hospital this is senerio I was a retired government servant.
But don't worry it will be active.
2 in freeze vaccine in syringe, if two days back still effective.
READ YOUR QUERY VERY CARE FULLY TEO TIMES SIR.
Answered
Flag this answer
1/1 people found this helpful
Was this answer helpful?
YES
NO
No worry ,its heal by own.
Answered
Flag this answer
1/1 people found this helpful
Was this answer helpful?
YES
NO
Hi,
Proper evaluation and personalised advice are needed for your concern. A detailed consultation would be best to provide accurate guidance.
Feel free to consult me for further assistance.
Answered
Flag this answer
1/1 people found this helpful
Was this answer helpful?
YES
NO
Its okay since it has been taken... be stress-free and you can consult for further advice
Answered
Flag this answer
1/1 people found this helpful
Was this answer helpful?
YES
NO
Based on this, you are experiencing substantial anxiety regarding the temperature stability, storage conditions, and eventual efficacy of these vaccine doses. However, for a proper diagnosis of your exact immunization safety and to confirm your body's immune defense levels, we need to clinically evaluate your previous vaccine records and look closely at standard public health cold chain protocols.
Next Steps
To accurately review your past rabies immunization timelines, evaluate your recent booster administration intervals side-by-side, and provide a definitive medical plan to completely ease your safety concerns, please book a direct consultation session via my Practo profile."
Health Tips
Acknowledge and Manage Health Anxiety: Remind yourself that public health institutions function under strict operational guidelines regarding vaccine handling, and your previously primed immune background provides a robust underlying shield.
Allow the Injection Site to Heal Naturally: Keep the skin around your upper arm clean and dry, and avoid forcefully rubbing or massaging the area after receiving a shot to ensure the vaccine is smoothly absorbed by the muscle tissue.
Answered
Flag this answer
1/1 people found this helpful
Was this answer helpful?
YES
NO
Dr. Vetsa Sri Krishna Chaitanya
General Physician
7 yrs exp
Rajahmundry
Need a few more details please consult for further evaluation and treatment
Answered
Flag this answer
1/1 people found this helpful
Was this answer helpful?
YES
NO
Dr. Anuj Mothsra
General Practitioner
7 yrs exp
Jhunjhunu
Can help you, kindly consult and provide detailed history for proper diagnosis and further management
Answered
Flag this answer
2/2 people found this helpful
Was this answer helpful?
YES
NO
Dr. Gaurav Jaiswal
General Physician
7 yrs exp
Jhansi
Avoid fried and spicy food
Water intake more
Green leafy vegetables more
Fiber meal
Do connect and consult
Will help you
Answered
Flag this answer
1/1 people found this helpful
Was this answer helpful?
YES
NO
Dr. Ravi Kumar Nadella
General Physician
18 yrs exp
Hyderabad
Not effective, repeat if necessary
Answered
Flag this answer
1/1 people found this helpful
Was this answer helpful?
YES
NO
Articles you may like
Disclaimer : The content is not intended to be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always seek the advice of your physician or other qualified health provider with any questions you may have regarding your medical condition. Never disregard professional medical advice or delay in seeking it because of something you have read on this website.
The question asked on this page is a free question. You can ask a free health question by downloading the Practo app.
Articles you may like
Tell us what's troubling you
Tell us what's troubling you
Disclaimer : The content is not intended to be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always seek the advice of your physician or other qualified health provider with any questions you may have regarding your medical condition. Never disregard professional medical advice or delay in seeking it because of something you have read on this website.