Do repeated doses of anti-rabies vaccine harm the body?

Question

Hi doctor,

I was scratched by a dog a week ago. I took my first dose of the anti-rabies vaccine the next day. But due to the unavailability, I could not take my second dose. Almost two days have passed since I missed my second dose, and I have procured an anti-rabies vaccine. I have been recommended to start the anti-rabies vaccination (ARV) from the beginning.

Please tell me if repeated dosages of the ARV affect my body's capabilities to produce enough antibodies to fight the rabies virus. And, taking an anti-rabies vaccine from the start have an adverse effect on me? Please help.

Thanks.

Answer 1

Hello,

Welcome to icliniq.com.

I understand your concern.

Yes, please start your dose of ARV (anti-rabies vaccine) again. It will not have any adverse effect on you. Repeated doses of anti-rabies vaccine do not affect the body's capability to produce antibodies to fight the rabies virus. For your next dose of the anti-rabies vaccine, please ensure to procure it in advance and store it at the recommended temperature written on the leaflet.

I hope this information will help.

Thanks,