Once pricked, safe for 20 bites

Rabies is a viral disease that causes acute encephalitis (inflammation of the brain) in warm-blooded animals. It is transmitted by bite of an infected animal and at times by other forms of contact. Rabies is almost invariably fatal if post-exposure prophylaxis is not administered prior to the onset of severe symptoms. The rabies virus infects the central nervous system, ultimately causing death. The early symptoms of rabies in people are similar to that of many other illnesses, including fever, headache, and general weakness or discomfort.
According to the data provided by the MCD officials, more than 20,000 people die every year because of rabies in India. Doctors say anti-rabies vaccine should be given to the person within 48 hours of dog bite. Number of vaccine doses following a dog bite has been reduced to just 5 from earlier 15.
Indian Immunologicals Ltd, a Hyderabad based vaccine manufacturing company, is one of the major player to produce anti-rabies vaccines.