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Rabies vaccine
I have taken 1st booster dose of rabies vaccine 2 days ago. But today a street dog sctrachesmy foot which is non bleeding exposure. My 2nd booster dose will have tomorrow ( on 3 days after 0 days). Now my question is- do I continue my alreday starting course or I again restart from 0 days. Last booster dose was taken 2 days ago . Already my full course had completed ( 4 doses) 2 years ago. Besides many booster doses were taken previous year.
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Continue the course, no need to restart with day 0, as you are already vaccinated there is no chance of getting rabies to you.
But watch the dog for 10 days, it will be very crucial for further treatment.
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Dr. Vijayalaxmi Shende
Family and Community Medicine Specialist
10 yrs exp
Pune
Hi
Continue your scheduled doses
Watch for both dogs for 10 days.
Are they remain alive for 10 days.
Wash the area with soap water
Apply antiseptic over it even mild scratches present.
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