Hello, They are side effects of vaccine. Just observe your dog for 10 days. Make sure that you complete full course of vaccination. Since you took vaccine within 24 hour,you are safe.
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The situation you describe seems to have been initially addressed correctly by getting the first dose of the post-exposure rabies vaccine. Such a precaution is good when there’s any potential exposure. The touch of the dog’s lips to yours carries an extremely low risk for rabies transmission, particularly if the dog is healthy and regularly vaccinated. Minor scratches also present minimal risk, especially with no bleeding involved. In terms of vaccine-related symptoms, feeling feverish can be a common response to vaccinations as the body’s immune system starts to react. This doesn’t indicate a failure of the vaccine or an exposure to rabies, simply a normal response in some individuals. Make sure to continue the entire course of the post-exposure prophylaxis schedule as the effectiveness of the rabies vaccine relies on completing all doses. If you haven’t already, ensure the dog in question is current on rabies vaccinations; knowledge of the animal’s health status can further reassure you. As general advice, monitor for any more significant symptoms like actual fever or a rash around the vaccination site or anywhere on your body, and consult a healthcare provider if they occur. If you feel particularly unwell or if there’s swelling, redness, warmth, or discharge from the scratch site, seek medical evaluation. It’s also wise to make sure your vaccination is done under proper medical supervision. Continue to monitor your symptoms, and if anything concerning arises, reach back out to your healthcare provider for further advice.
Keep taking your anti-rabies vaccine on time: Standard 5-dose schedule: Day 0 → (Already taken)
Day 3
Day 7
Day 14
Day 28
If your local doctor or center follows the 4-dose schedule (0, 3, 7, 14) that’s also acceptable. Just don’t miss a dose. Keep your dog under observation for 10 days: If the dog stays normal, playful, eating, and active during this period → it confirms there’s no rabies risk. In that case, you can even discuss with your doctor if all vaccine doses are needed, though completing the full course is safest.
Hello Anshu Yes its totally safe as your dog is vaccinated but … Just make sure to complete the full vaccine schedule (usually on Day 0, 3, 7, and 14). No need of Rabies immunoglobulin in your case because the scratch was minor, and the dog is healthy and vaccinated…
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Hello dear It’s ok if no bleed from wound If u had taken. Previously vaccinations If not take then take full course day 0,3,7,28 of days Wash infected area with running water And you can use betadine For fever you take acetaminophen 500mg bd Tab pantos dsr 1bedore breakfast Keep hydrated Thanks
Hello Anshu, I understand this might be worrisome. As you started the course of vaccination, there is very less risk of you getting the disease. Your fever is probably due to the vaccine. It’s is very common for fever to occur after vaccination. Just take “Tablet Paracetamol 500mg” of you have more fever. Continue your vaccines as advised by the doctor.
Still if you have doubts, kindly consult an Infectious Disease Specialist or a Physician. He/She will clear all your doubts.
Feel free to reach out again.
Regards, Dr. Nirav Jain MBBS, DNB D.Fam.Med
