Rabies vaccine
Rabies Vaccine
The Rabies Vaccine (/ˈreɪbiːz/; from Latin: rabies, "madness") is a vaccine used to prevent rabies. The term is derived from the Latin word "rabies" which means "madness". This term was likely chosen due to the severe and often fatal neurological effects of the disease.
Usage
The Rabies Vaccine is used in both humans and animals. In humans, it is recommended for those at high risk of exposure or after a potential exposure has occurred. In animals, it is used most commonly in pets, such as dogs and cats, and in wildlife populations where rabies is a concern.
Types
There are several types of Rabies Vaccines available, including cell culture vaccines and embryonated egg-based vaccines. The most commonly used vaccines are the cell culture vaccines, which include the Human Diploid Cell Vaccine (HDCV), Purified Chick Embryo Cell Vaccine (PCEC), and Purified Vero Cell Rabies Vaccine (PVRV).
Administration
The Rabies Vaccine is typically administered in a series of injections. For pre-exposure prevention, the vaccine is typically given in three doses over a 28-day period. For post-exposure prevention, a series of five doses is typically given over a 14-day period, along with Rabies Immune Globulin.
Side Effects
Common side effects of the Rabies Vaccine include pain and swelling at the injection site, headache, nausea, abdominal pain, muscle aches, and dizziness. Serious side effects are rare but can include severe allergic reactions.
History
The first successful Rabies Vaccine was developed in 1885 by Louis Pasteur and Emile Roux. The vaccine was first used on a human on July 6, 1885, on nine-year-old Joseph Meister, who had been bitten by a rabid dog.
See Also
- Rabies
- Vaccine
- Louis Pasteur
- Emile Roux
- Human Diploid Cell Vaccine
- Purified Chick Embryo Cell Vaccine
- Purified Vero Cell Rabies Vaccine
- Rabies Immune Globulin
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Rabies vaccine
- Wikipedia's article - Rabies vaccine
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