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  • 29/01/2025

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Hey, it's been nearly 56 days since a pet puppy bit me and my wife. There was a little blood because of the teeth scratching our skin. The puppy hasn't gotten a Rabies vaccination yet. So, what shots should we get?

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Dr. Dr Ibrahim Salah

Dr Ibrahim Salah

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  • MBBS
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See its already been 5 days mentioned by you. Its bit late, but no issue. Take these injections - 1. Inj TT 0.5 ml IM. 2. Inj Rabipur 1ml IM. 3 Inj Human Immunoglobulin 40IUKg of body wt. Max of 3000IU - on bite area and rest IM.

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