Rabies Serum

Product Details:

What is Premi-Rab Rabies Anti Serum?

Premi-Rab is a rabies anti serum manufactured by Premium Serums and Vaccines Pvt Ltd. It is a sterile preparation containing purified and concentrated immunoglobulins obtained from the serum of healthy horses immunized against the fixed rabies virus.

What is rabies?

Rabies is a viral disease that affects the central nervous system. It is almost always fatal once symptoms appear. The virus is usually transmitted to humans through the bite of an infected animal.

What is rabies anti serum used for?

Rabies anti serum is used to provide passive immunity against rabies in post-exposure prophylaxis of individuals exposed to the disease or virus after contact with a rabid animal or an animal presumed to be rabid.

Rabies anti serum is not a cure for rabies, but it can help to prevent the disease from developing if it is given soon after exposure. It is usually given in conjunction with rabies vaccine, which provides active immunity against the disease.

How is rabies anti serum administered?

Rabies anti serum is administered by intramuscular injection. The dose is based on the weight of the patient.

What are the side effects of rabies anti serum?

The most common side effects of rabies anti serum are mild and temporary. They may include:

• Pain, redness, and swelling at the injection site
• Fever
• Headache
• Nausea
• Vomiting
• Muscle aches
• Joint pain

More serious side effects can occur in rare cases. These may include:

• Allergic reactions
• Serum sickness

Who should not receive rabies anti serum?

Rabies anti serum should not be administered to individuals with a history of severe allergic reactions to horse serum or other equine products.

How can I prevent rabies?

The best way to prevent rabies is to avoid contact with wild animals, especially bats. If you are bitten by an animal, it is important to wash the wound thoroughly with soap and water and seek medical attention immediately.