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Wound because of dog bite
We have a puppy of 47 days old. My son says that he got dog bite and also he said that because of the sofa edge he got a wound on the backside of ankle.
Is it ok to give him anti rabies vaccine of 5 doses if the dog doesnt bite. Will there be any side effects please suggest
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No side effects
Can go for it
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if you are doubtful you can go for prophylactic dose schedule,after consult
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If it’s not dog bite then only three doses of anti rabies vaccine are approved for pre exposure vaccine.
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Dr. Jinia Saha
Pediatrician
10 yrs exp
Kolkata
Go for prophylactic dose, even if a dog licks, anti rabies vaccine is needed, also do observe the pup if it is keeping well for 10days, then you can skip rest doses.
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