rabies immune globulin

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Overview (Source: DrugInfoOnline)

Rabies immune globulin (RAY-beez im-MUNE GLOB-yoo-lin) is used along with rabies vaccine to prevent infection caused by the rabies virus. Rabies immune globulin works by giving your body the antibodies it needs to protect it against the rabies virus. This is called passive protection. This passive protection lasts long enough to protect your body until your body can produce its own antibodies against the rabies virus. ... [ read more.. ]

Further Reading on rabies immune globulin

Rabies - Topic Overview ( WebMD ) Rabies is a disease caused by a virus that can affect the central nervous system (brain and spinal cord) of any kind of mammal, including humans. Rabies - Treatment Overview ( WebMD ) After possible exposure to the rabies virus, proper wound care and vaccinations are the most effective methods to stop the spread of infection.

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