Rabies Vaccination Procedure

The rabies vaccination process is usually administered within 24 hours of exposure and then again on days 3, 7, 14, and 28. The pre-exposure vaccination procedure is vaccination on days 0, 7, and 21. Rabies vaccine is the main preventive measure against rabies, which stimulates the body to produce appropriate immunity and thus protects the body. Its vaccination program is usually administered before exposure as well as after exposure. Pre-exposure vaccination is suitable for people who are at high risk of rabies, such as veterinarians, animal workers, etc. A total of 3 doses of vaccine are usually given on days 0, 7 and 21. Pre-exposure vaccination is contraindicated for those who are allergic to the vaccine, and for those who suffer from acute diseases, severe chronic diseases, and uncontrolled epilepsy. Post-exposure vaccination is mainly applicable to people who have wounds exposed to the surface after being scratched or bitten by animals, or whose wounds on the body surface have been licked by animals. Generally, the vaccine should be administered within 24 hours after exposure, and then again on the 3rd, 7th, 14th, and 28th days, and a total of 5 doses of the vaccine are required. There are generally no contraindications to vaccination after exposure. It is recommended to consult a specialized doctor and to carry out standardized vaccination under the doctor’s guidance.