There are no specific foods you need to eat or avoid while receiving the anti-rabies vaccine. The vaccine is highly effective regardless of your diet. However, to help your body build a strong immune response and manage potential mild side effects, it is best to stay well-hydrated and eat balanced meals. I highly recommend avoiding alcohol during your vaccination schedule, as it can dehydrate you, temporarily weaken your immune system, and mimic or worsen minor vaccine side effects like headaches or fatigue. Otherwise, you can safely continue with your normal diet.

Dog bites typically cause deep, curved puncture wounds or tears, while scratches appear as linear, shallow scrapes. For both, immediately wash the wound thoroughly with soap and running water for 15 minutes to reduce infection risk. Regardless of the difference, you should see a doctor. Both bites and scratches can transmit rabies if the dog's saliva was on its claws. Depending on the dog's vaccination status, a doctor may recommend the Rabies Post-Exposure Prophylaxis (PEP) vaccine and a Tetanus toxoid booster if you are not up-to-date. Don't worry; prompt medical care and these vaccines are highly effective at keeping you safe.

Yes, in some cases, Rabishield (Rabies human monoclonal antibody) and Rabipur (Rabies immunoglobulin) are given as part of rabies post-exposure prophylaxis. These vaccines will be administered by a doctor. Do not self-administer.