I'm a bit worried because my dog, who is vaccinated for rabies, just bit me. I had the RabivaxS vaccine last month when he scratched me. Do I need to get another vaccine now after this bite?

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Dr Mubarak Parveez B

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-Since your dog is vaccinated for rabies and youve already received the Rabivax-S vaccine recently, there's typically no need for additional rabies vaccination after the bite. However, its always a good idea to consult your healthcare provider for p

Answered 04/07/2025

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