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How Long Is The Rabies Vaccine Effective?

my daughter was bitten by our puppy last oct 20 and already took the 1st and 2nd dosage of anti-rabies but she was bitten again with the same dog just an hour ago...her 3rd dosage suppose to this oct 30...what should i do?should she take 1st and 2nd dosage again?how long is the effectivity of rabies vaccine?
Mon, 6 Jan 2014
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Hi.
Thanks for your query.
In case of re exposure after documented and comple rabies vaccination only 2 doses at 0and 3rd day is required but in your case only 2 doses have been given so you need to complete thw scedule.
Hope this helps.
God bless..
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How Long Is The Rabies Vaccine Effective?

Hi. Thanks for your query. In case of re exposure after documented and comple rabies vaccination only 2 doses at 0and 3rd day is required but in your case only 2 doses have been given so you need to complete thw scedule. Hope this helps. God bless..