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Rabies
Rabies is an acute viral encephalomyelitis (inflammation of the brain). People are usually infected from the bite or scratch of an animal with rabies, most frequently a dog, however people can be infected by coming into contact with body fluids from an infectious animal.
The Vaccine
Who can have this vaccine?
All ages
Doses required
2-3 doses
Routinely, three doses of rabies vaccine should be given on days 0, 7, and 28. Where there is insufficient time before travel, the third dose can be given from day 21.
Where there is less than 21 days before travel, the vaccine can be given on an accelerated schedule on days 0, 3 and 7, with an additional dose at one year if the person will continue to be at risk of exposure.
The vaccines are also licensed for just two doses given on days 0 and 7. However, the UK Health Security Agency (UKHSA) and the Joint Committee on Vaccination and Immunisation (JCVI) have not yet issued guidance around the use of this 2-dose schedule.
Price
Price per dose
From £110
Total for all doses
Varies
Two vaccines are available (subject to availability):
Rabipur - £110 per dose
Verorab - £130 per dose
How is it given?
This is an injection in the upper arm (or thigh).
Other information
All doses are required before travel / risk of exposure.
Patient Leaflet
Please refer to the patient leaflet for full information on this vaccine: