Does Every Dog Bite Need Rabies Immunoglobulin (RIG)? Here’s the Truth
After a dog bite, many people believe they should immediately get Rabies Immunoglobulin (RIG) along with the rabies vaccine. Just as not getting RIG when it's needed can be dangerous, getting it unnecessarily isn't the correct approach either.…
Why Is Rabies Immunoglobulin (RIG) Injected Into the Wound?
After a dog bite or other potentially rabid animal bite, most people know they need a rabies vaccine. But if Rabies Immunoglobulin (RIG) is also recommended, many patients have another question: It may seem unusual to inject medicine…
How Late Is Too Late for RIG After a Dog Bite?
If you have been bitten by a dog or another animal and were told that you may need Rabies Immunoglobulin (RIG), one question often comes up: Ideally, when RIG is indicated, it should be given as soon as…
ERIG vs HRIG: What Is the Difference and Which Rabies Immunoglobulin Is Better?
After a dog bite, one of the most common questions patients and families ask is: Some people believe that because HRIG is more expensive, it must automatically be better. Others become worried when they hear that ERIG is…
Rabies Vaccine Schedule Explained: Why Every Dose Matters
When someone is bitten or scratched by an animal, one of the first questions they often ask is: This is one of the biggest misconceptions about rabies treatment.
Got Bitten by a Dog or Animal? Here Is What You Must Know About Rabies – Before It Is Too Late
Rabies is 100% fatal once symptoms appear but it is also 100% preventable. After 45 years of practice, I want every Indian family to have this knowledge. It can save a life. Let me ask you a simple…
Do Rabies Injections Still Go in the Stomach? The Truth Behind This Common Myth
If you've ever heard someone say,"Rabies treatment means taking 14 painful injections in the stomach,"you're not alone. This is one of the oldest and most common myths about rabies treatment. Even today, many people delay or avoid getting…
How Does the Rabies Virus Travel Through the Human Body?
The rabies virus does not travel through blood. It moves silently through your nerves toward your brain and by the time you feel it, it is too late. Here is exactly what happens inside the body after an…
Rabies Vaccine Side Effects: Are They Safe? Here’s What You Should Know
One of the most common questions doctors hear after recommending a rabies vaccine is: "Doctor, is the rabies vaccine safe? Does it have side effects?"
Which Animals Can Spread Rabies in India?
Which Animals Can Spread Rabies in India? It Is Not Just Dogs Most people believe rabies only comes from dog bites. This dangerous misconception leads to ignored cat scratches, dismissed monkey bites, and entirely preventable deaths. Here is…
Does Alcohol Make the Rabies Vaccine Less Effective? Here’s What You Should Know
If you're getting rabies treatment, you may have heard someone say: "It's okay to drink a little alcohol. It won't affect the vaccine."
Is a Pet Dog Bite Safe?
Is a Pet Dog Bite Safe? The Truth Every Indian Pet Owner Must Know Thousands of Indians say 'it was just my pet nothing to worry about' after a dog bite. After 45 years of practice, I can…