{"product_id":"anti-rabies-vaccine","title":"Anti Rabies Vaccine","description":"\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003erabies vaccine\u003c\/strong\u003e is a critical, life-saving biological product used to prevent rabies -a fatal viral disease transmitted to humans through the saliva of infected animals (such as dogs, cats, or wildlife via bites, scratches, or licks on broken skin). It can be given either \u003ci\u003ebefore\u003c\/i\u003e exposure (as a preventative measure) or \u003ci\u003eafter\u003c\/i\u003e a potential exposure to stop the virus from reaching the nervous system. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eKey Facts About the Rabies Vaccine\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"ul1\"\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"li1\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"s2\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb\u003e100% Fatal if Untreated:\u003c\/b\u003e Once clinical symptoms of rabies appear, the disease is almost always fatal, making immediate medical intervention upon exposure imperative.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"li1\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"s2\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb\u003eNo Contraindications:\u003c\/b\u003e Because rabies is fatal, the vaccine can be safely administered to anyone, including pregnant individuals and infants, if they are exposed. \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"li1\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"s2\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb\u003eCell Culture Vaccines:\u003c\/b\u003e Modern, safe cell-culture based vaccines are the standard recommended by the \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.who.int\/teams\/control-of-neglected-tropical-diseases\/rabies\/vaccinations-and-immunization\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003eWorld Health Organization\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e. Older nerve-tissue vaccines are largely obsolete due to severe side effects.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003e\u003cb\u003e1. Post-Exposure Prophylaxis (PEP)\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eIf you are bitten or scratched by a potentially rabid animal, you must undergo immediate Post-Exposure Prophylaxis (PEP): \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"ul1\"\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"li1\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"s2\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb\u003eImmediate Wound Care:\u003c\/b\u003e Wash all wounds and scratches immediately for at least 15 minutes with soap and water, followed by an iodine-based virucidal antiseptic.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"li1\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"s2\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb\u003eUnvaccinated Individuals:\u003c\/b\u003e Requires a full series of 4 to 5 doses of the vaccine administered over 28 days (typically Days 0, 3, 7, 14, and 28). For high-risk or severe Category III exposures, a dose of Rabies Immunoglobulin (RIG) is injected directly into and around the wound to provide immediate antibodies.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"li1\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"s2\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb\u003ePreviously Vaccinated Individuals:\u003c\/b\u003e Requires only 2 booster doses given on Days 0 and 3. Rabies Immunoglobulin is generally not needed. \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003e\u003cb\u003e2. Pre-Exposure Prophylaxis (PrEP)\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003ePre-exposure vaccination is recommended for individuals at high risk of contact with the virus (e.g., veterinarians, animal control officers, wildlife rehabilitators, or travelers spending extended time in remote, rabies-endemic regions).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"ul1\"\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"li1\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"s2\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb\u003eThe Regimen:\u003c\/b\u003e Typically consists of 2 or 3 doses over a few weeks, depending on the specific product and regional guidelines.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"li1\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"s2\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb\u003eImmunity:\u003c\/b\u003e It provides long-lasting immunity, but booster doses may be recommended based on periodic blood titre tests or continuous occupational risks. \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eWhen to See a Doctor\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eYou should seek emergency medical attention immediately if you experience a bite, scratch, or significant saliva contact from an unknown or wild animal. Even if the exposure occurred days, weeks, or even months prior, it is never too late to begin the PEP series.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Optum Health Pharmacy","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53279073730860,"sku":null,"price":1100.0,"currency_code":"KES","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0844\/6895\/7484\/files\/prescription-required.png?v=1745497922","url":"https:\/\/optumhealthpharmacy.com\/products\/anti-rabies-vaccine","provider":"Optum Health Pharmacy","version":"1.0","type":"link"}