I've been bitten by a rat, and I bled for a moment. The doctor gave me an anti-tetanus and a Rabipur injection. He also mentioned I need to take two more Rabipur injections with a 2-day gap in between. I'm wondering, is it really necessary to get those additional shots?

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Dr Shubham Chauhan

General Practitioner

MBBS
4+ Yrs

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Yes you have to risk complete post exposure regimen of rabies vaccine and follow your doctors advice

Answered 04/07/2025

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