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Microbiology Virology Pa-2 (RNA Virus Pa-1,2 & Miscellaneous Viruses) 801529a8

For post-exposure prophylaxis, dose of human rabies immunoglobulin is:

A
10 IU/kg
B
20 IU/kg
C
30 IU/kg
D
40 IU/kg
High-Yield Explanation
Human rabies immune globulin (HRIG): 20 IU/kg, maximum injected locally, rest IM in gluteal region. It is indicated in only in category III bites. Equine rabies immunoglobulin (ERIG)- It is given at dose of 40 IU/kg . Being heterologous in origin (horse), it is associated with serum sickness; hence not in use.

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