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Xprab Vaccine Injection 0.5 ml is used to prevent rabies. It is given to bitten, scratched or had any injury from the suspected animal with rabies. It contains immunoglobulins, i.e. antibodies that act against rabies disease. It helps to prevent rabies disease post-exposure by neutralizing the rabies virus. It is usually not required in people who have been vaccinated against rabies disease. It may cause common side effects such as temporary discomfort or hardened area at the injection site, chest pain, shortness of breath, dizziness, swelling of the face, mouth ulcers, chills, coating of the tongue and joint pains. Before taking this medicine, you should tell your doctor if you are allergic to any of its components or if you are pregnant/breastfeeding, and about all the medications you are taking and pre-existing medical conditions.
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Reviewed By Bayyarapu Mahesh Kumar , M Pharmacy
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Manufacturer/Marketer :

Sun Pharmaceutical Industries Ltd

Consume Type :

Parenteral

Expires on or after :

Jan-27

Return Policy :

Not Returnable

About Xprab Vaccine Injection 0.5 ml

Xprab Vaccine Injection 0.5 ml is an immunoglobulin that contains antibodies that act against rabies. Rabies is a viral disease that spread from dogs to humans through bites or scratches, usually via saliva. This medicine is given to bitten, scratched or had any injury from the suspected animal with rabies.

Xprab Vaccine Injection 0.5 ml contains ‘immunoglobulins’, i.e. antibodies that act against rabies disease. It helps to prevent rabies disease post-exposure by neutralizing the rabies virus. It is usually not required in people who have been vaccinated against rabies disease.

Xprab Vaccine Injection 0.5 ml is administered by a healthcare professional. The common side-effects of Xprab Vaccine Injection 0.5 ml are temporary discomfort or hardened area at the injection site, chest pain, shortness of breath, dizziness, swelling of the face, mouth ulcers, chills, coating of the tongue and joint pains. Inform your doctor if any of these side effects persist or worsen. Seek medical injection immediately if you have any allergic reaction such as swelling of the face, shortness of breath, hives (urticaria), wheezing, or flushing (reddening of the face) after taking this injection. Also, inform your doctor even if you feel sick after taking this medicine.

Before taking Xprab Vaccine Injection 0.5 ml, inform your doctor if you are suffering from any blood disorder, had any vaccinations recently, or have already had this product recently. Inform your doctor if you are pregnant or breastfeeding. Inform your doctor if you are taking any other prescription or non-prescription medicines.

Uses of Xprab Vaccine Injection 0.5 ml

Xprab Vaccine Injection 0.5 ml is used for the prevention of rabies. The detailed uses of Xprab Vaccine Injection 0.5 ml are as follows:

  • Prevents Rabies: Xprab Vaccine Injection 0.5 ml is administered as part of post-exposure prophylaxis to individuals following a suspected or confirmed exposure to the rabies virus. It provides immediate immunity by supplying antibodies against the virus.

Key Benefits

Xprab Vaccine Injection 0.5 ml contains antibodies against the rabies virus. Antibodies are proteins that provide immunity by identifying and neutralizing foreign objects in the body. Xprab Vaccine Injection 0.5 ml is given to prevent rabies disease. It should be given along with the first dose of the rabies vaccine or within 7 days of the vaccine administration. The injection is usually given at the wound site to neutralize the virus.

Directions for Use

  • Follow your doctor's instructions on the dosage and timing of this medication to ensure safety.
  • Xprab Vaccine Injection 0.5 ml will be administered by the doctor or healthcare professional.
  • Do not self-administer.

How Xprab Vaccine Injection 0.5 ml Works

Xprab Vaccine Injection 0.5 ml contains ‘immunoglobulins’, i.e. antibodies that act against rabies disease. It helps to prevent rabies disease post-exposure by neutralizing the rabies virus.
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Alcohol

Caution

Alcohol consumption may interact with the action of Xprab Vaccine Injection 0.5 ml.

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Pregnancy

Caution

Xprab Vaccine Injection 0.5 ml can be given to pregnant women if clinically needed.

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Breast Feeding

Caution

Xprab Vaccine Injection 0.5 ml can be given to breastfeeding mothers if clinically needed.

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Driving

Safe if prescribed

Xprab Vaccine Injection 0.5 ml may not affect your ability to drive.

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Liver

Safe if prescribed

Xprab Vaccine Injection 0.5 ml can be safely used in patients with liver diseases if prescribed.

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Kidney

Safe if prescribed

Xprab Vaccine Injection 0.5 ml can be safely used in patients with kidney diseases if prescribed.

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Children

Safe if prescribed

Xprab Vaccine Injection 0.5 ml can be given to children below 12 years if clinically needed.

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Heart

Caution

Please inform your doctor if you have heart problems before taking Xprab Vaccine Injection 0.5 ml, as there is limited information available on its safety in such cases.

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Geriatrics

Caution

Please inform your doctor if you are geriatric before using Xprab Vaccine Injection 0.5 ml, as there is limited information available on its safety in this age group.

What if I have taken an overdose of Xprab Vaccine Injection 0.5 ml

The overdose of Xprab Vaccine Injection 0.5 ml is unlikely as it is administered by a doctor. However, if you suspect any adverse reactions or unusual symptoms after receiving Xprab Vaccine Injection 0.5 ml, please inform your doctor immediately.

Diet & Lifestyle Advise

  • Vaccinate your pets up-to-date. 
  • If you have been bitten or scratched by an animal, wash with soap and water immediately and consult a doctor.

Have a query?

How Soon It Starts Working

The time required for Xprab Vaccine Injection 0.5 ml to start to work: The time required for Xprab Vaccine Injection 0.5 ml to show its action is unknown. The time for which the effects of Xprab Vaccine Injection 0.5 ml last: The duration of action for Xprab Vaccine Injection 0.5 ml is unknown.

What if you forget to take Xprab Vaccine Injection 0.5 ml

As this medication will be administered in a hospital by your healthcare professional, the chances of missing a dose are less. However, if you have any concerns, contact your doctor.

Storage

• Store in a cool and dry place away from sunlight. • Keep Xprab Vaccine Injection 0.5 ml out of the sight and reach of children. • Cold chain - To be stored in cold places at 2ºC to 8ºC.
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Keep Refrigerated. Do not freeze.

Drug Warnings

Inform your doctor if you already had Xprab Vaccine Injection 0.5 ml recently as the previous injection may interfere with the rabies vaccine. And inform your doctor if you have recently taken this medicine as it may alter your blood test results.

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Drug-drug interactions: Please tell your doctor if you are taking, or have recently taken, any other medicines, including those obtained without a prescription. This solution for injection must not be mixed with other medicinal products for injection.

Drug-food interactions: No interactions found.

Drug-disease interactions: Xprab Vaccine Injection 0.5 ml should be used with caution in patients with the blood disorder.

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FAQs

Xprab Vaccine Injection 0.5 ml contains antibodies that act against rabies. This medicine is given to bitten, scratched or had any injury from the suspected animal with rabies.

Xprab Vaccine Injection 0.5 ml contains antibodies that act against the rabies virus. It identifies and neutralizes the virus and prevents rabies disease in people exposed to the rabies virus.

The common side-effects of Xprab Vaccine Injection 0.5 ml are temporary discomfort or hardened area at the injection site, chest pain, shortness of breath, dizziness, swelling of the face, mouth ulcers, chills, coating of the tongue and joint pains. Inform your doctor if any of these side-effects persist or worsen.

Xprab Vaccine Injection 0.5 ml contains immunoglobulins or antibodies that act against the rabies virus. It is given immediately after exposure to the rabies virus (bites, scratches, contamination with saliva on broken skin, and exposure to bats) along with the rabies vaccine or within 7 days after taking the vaccine. However, Xprab Vaccine Injection 0.5 ml is not required if you have previously taken rabies vaccination.

A repeat dose of Xprab Vaccine Injection 0.5 ml may be given if required. However, your doctor determines if you need a repeat dose.

Xprab Vaccine Injection 0.5 ml provides rapid immune response towards the rabies virus as soon as it is injected and its action may last for approximately 21 days.

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Country of origin

India

Manufacturer/Marketer address

Sun Pharmaceutical Industries Ltd., Sun House, Cts No. 201 B/1, Western Express Highway, Goregaon (E), Mumbai 400063
Other Info - XPR0013
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