Rabies Vaccine (Intramuscular Route)

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Side Effects

Along with its needed effects, a medicine may cause some unwanted effects. Although not all of these side effects may occur, if they do occur they may need medical attention.

Check with your doctor or nurse immediately if any of the following side effects occur:

• Burning, crawling, itching, numbness, prickling, "pins and needles", or tingling feelings
• Confusion
• Cough
• Difficulty in moving
• Difficulty swallowing
• Fast heartbeat
• Feeling of discomfort
• Inflammation of joints
• Irritability
• Lack or loss of strength
• Muscle pain, stiffness, or weakness
• Paralysis or severe weakness of legs
• Puffiness or swelling of the eyelids or around the eyes, face, lips, or tongue
• Rash
• Seizures
• Shortness of breath
• Skin rash, hives, or redness
• Stiffness of arms, legs, or neck
• Swollen, painful, or tender lymph glands in the neck, armpit, or groin
• Tightness in chest
• Unusual tiredness
• Vomiting

Some side effects may occur that usually do not need medical attention. These side effects may go away during treatment as your body adjusts to the medicine. Also, your health care professional may be able to tell you about ways to prevent or reduce some of these side effects. Check with your health care professional if any of the following side effects continue or are bothersome or if you have any questions about them:

• Chills
• Dizziness
• Fever
• General feeling of discomfort or illness
• Headache
• Itching, pain, redness, or swelling at the injection site
• Muscle or joint aches
• Nausea
• Stomach or abdominal pain

• Bruising at the injection site
• Diarrhea

Other side effects not listed may also occur in some patients. If you notice any other effects, check with your healthcare professional.

Call your doctor for medical advice about side effects. You may report side effects to the FDA at 1-800-FDA-1088.

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