Rabies Vaccine UK
One bite can be deadly, protect yourself before you go. Book your private Rabies vaccine at Pharmacy M and travel with confidence.
What is Rabies?
Rabies is a life-threatening viral infection affecting the central nervous system, typically transmitted through bites or scratches from infected animals. Once symptoms appear, rabies is almost always fatal — which is why prevention with the rabies vaccine is critical.
Types of Rabies
Furious Rabies
- Most common (80% of cases)
- Symptoms: hallucinations, hyperactivity, hydrophobia (fear of water), seizures, coma
Paralytic Rabies
- Slower onset
- Gradual muscle weakness leading to paralysis and coma
Signs and Symptoms of Rabies
Early Symptoms
- Fever
- Headache
- Fatigue
- Nausea
- Vomiting
- Muscle pain
Advanced Symptoms
- Hydrophobia
- Seizures
- Hallucinations
- Hypersalivation
- Paralysis
- Coma
Who Should Get the Rabies Vaccine?
Rabies vaccination UK is strongly recommended for:
- Travellers to high-risk countries
- Veterinarians and animal handlers
- Lab workers dealing with the rabies virus
- Anyone bitten or scratched by a suspect animal
- Children exposed to animals abroad
Rabies Vaccine Schedule and Dosage
- Use Case
- Pre-exposure (PrEP)
- Post-exposure (PEP)
- Details
- 3 doses, Days 0, 7, and 21/28
- 4 doses, Days 0, 3, 7, and 14
Booster doses may be required for continued risk exposure.
Side Effects of the Rabies Vaccine
The rabies vaccine UK is safe, with most individuals experiencing only mild symptoms.
- Common Side Effects:
- Redness or pain at the injection site
- Fever
- Fatigue
- Nausea
- Headache
- Rare Side Effects:
- Allergic reaction (anaphylaxis)
Consult our team for a personalised risk assessment.
Rabies Vaccine Cost at Pharmacy M
Age
Doses
Cost per Dose
Total Cost
2+
3
£58
£165 (promo rate)
2+
3
£150
£425 (full rate)
High-Risk Areas for Rabies
Asia
- India
- Pakistan
- Bangladesh
- Indonesia
- Vietnam
Africa
- Nigeria
- Kenya
- Ethiopia
- Burkina Faso
- Chad
Latin America / Caribbean
- Brazil
- Bolivia
- Mexico
- Peru
Middle East
- Afghanistan
- Iran
- Qatar
- UAE
Europe
- Ireland
- Sweden
- Denmark
- Finland
- Norway
Oceania
- Fiji
- Solomon Islands
- Papua New Guinea
Book Your Rabies Vaccine UK
Pharmacy M offers flexible appointments, expert care, and private rabies vaccinations across the UK. Whether you’re preparing for a trip or handling an emergency exposure, we’re here to help.
Your health is our priority. Here’s how we stand out!
NHS-accredited pharmacists
Get expert advice from our trusted professionals for both NHS and private health services, ensuring safe vaccinations and up-to-date health advice.
Convenient location
No need to travel far or wait weeks for appointments. We offer flexible timings, whether you’re a busy parent, professional, or last-minute traveller.
Transparent Pricing
We offer clear pricing on all our services, with no hidden charges. You will be informed of any additional costs before booking, so you can make an informed decision.
FAQs
It’s an inactivated vaccine that stimulates your immune system to produce antibodies against the rabies virus.
Yes, especially for long trips or if you’ll be around animals in high-risk countries.
Pre-exposure (PrEP) is preventative; post-exposure (PEP) is an emergency response after a potential bite or scratch.
1–3 years. A booster may be needed for those with continued exposure risk.
Yes. It’s routinely given to children at risk of exposure while travelling or interacting with animals.
At Pharmacy M, we offer same-day appointments, expert consultations, and full vaccination support.
