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- 26 Years
- 29/01/2025
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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See its already been 5 days mentioned by you. Its bit late, but no issue. Take these injections -
- Inj TT 0.5 ml IM.
- 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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Consult a Infectious Disease specialist
Answered 04/07/2025
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Initial Assessment and Wound Care
- Clean the bite wound thoroughly with soap and water immediately.
- Monitor for signs of infection such as redness, swelling, or pus.
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Rabies Risk Evaluation
- Since the puppy is unvaccinated, there's a potential risk of rabies.
- Observe the puppy's health and behavior for any signs of illness.
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Post-Exposure Prophylaxis (PEP) for Rabies
- Start the rabies vaccination series immediately.
- Rabies immunoglobulin (RIG) may be needed if the exposure is high-risk.
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Tetanus Vaccination
- Check your tetanus vaccination status.
- Get a booster if your last tetanus shot was over 5 years ago or unknown.
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Medical Consultation and Follow-Up
- Consult a healthcare professional promptly for evaluation.
- Complete the full vaccination course and monitor for symptoms.
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Additional Preventive Measures
- Vaccinate the puppy to prevent future risks.
- Practice safe handling of pets to avoid bites.
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