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Preexposure prophylaxis against rabies
Adult: Primary immunisation: ≥2.5 international units/1 mL or ≥2.5 international units/0.5 mL for 3 doses given on Days 0, 7, and 28 (3rd dose may be administered on Day 21 if needed). Booster doses: Booster dose recommendations may vary based on the patient risk category and antibody titre levels. Dosage and vaccination schedule recommendations may vary according to individual products and between countries (refer to specific product or official country guidelines).
Child: Same as adult dose.
Child: Same as adult dose.
Intramuscular
Postexposure prophylaxis of rabies
Adult: In all cases, perform immediate and thorough cleansing of the wound with soap and water. Initiate vaccination as soon as possible after suspected rabies exposure. Previously non-immunised patients: ≥2.5 international units/1 mL or ≥2.5 international units/0.5 mL for 5 doses given on Days 0, 3, 7, 14, and 28. Administer the 1st dose (Day 0) in combination with rabies immunoglobulin in previously non-immunised patients who are at high risk (category III exposure). Previously fully immunised patients: ≥2.5 international units/1 mL or ≥2.5 international units/0.5 mL for 2 doses given on Days 0 and 3. Vaccine administration must be given strictly according to the category of exposure, the immune status of the patient, and the animal status for rabies. Dosage and vaccination schedule recommendations may vary according to individual products and between countries (refer to specific product or official country guidelines).
Child: Same as adult dose.
Child: Same as adult dose.
