Imovax is the tradename for Connaught Laboratories Rabies vaccine. The Imovax Rabies Vaccine ingredients includes rabies virus adsorbed, the antibiotic neomycin sulfate, the chemical phenol red indicator, and the by products human albumin, human diploid cells from aborted fetal tissue. The Rabies vaccine is not typically needed unless you work in an environment where you can potentially be exposed to Rabies virus, such as a veterinarian, animal handler, lab or vaccine manufacturing area.
The live rabies virus is given in 3 doses with one given a week after the first and the another given about 2 to 3 weeks after that. In my honest opinion the rabies vaccine should not be taken unless it is absolutely needed, which is a very rare case in America.
Neomycin Sulfate is an antibiotic and because of allergy possibilities this should be given careful consideration. Neomycin is a Neurotoxin, it is toxic to the kidneys and can case kidney damage as well as damage to the inner ear potentially impairing hearing and balance. Neomycin has also been known to cause respiratory paralysis. Most of these effects are reactions under normal use which is oral ingestion which normally requires a larger dose, however most of it does not absorb into the body but is passed through the intestine and disposed of. With an injection the entire amount is entered into the body so the full amount will have to be dealt with.
Phenol Red Indicator is one of the least toxic ingredients used in vaccines however there are some contraindications, especially with the elderly. Elderly patients who have severe age related renal function impairment should not receive Phenol Red indicator.
Human albumin is a concentration of plasma proteins in the blood. It is used medically for a number of conditions but could cause interaction if if you are pregnant or planning to be, taking any prescription or nonprescription medicine, herbal preparation, or dietary supplement, if you have allergies to medicines, foods, or other substances. Possible side effects are typically allergic reactions and should be professionally cared for, the following are some of the potential severe allergic reactions: Rash, hives, itching, difficulty breathing, tight chest, swelling of the mouth, face, lips or tongue, change of heart rate, confusion, excess saliva, fever, headache, nausea, vomiting or weakness.
Human diploid cells from aborted fetal tissue, continues to promote abortion. If you are against abortion this should be a serious consideration.
Imovax side effects include: injection site pain, redness, and swelling; headache, nausea, and muscle aches. Other side effects may occur including anaphylaxis in rare cases. Vaccination with IMOVAX Rabies vaccine may not protect all individuals.
Rabies is a fatal disease, if you have been bitten by an animal or potentially infected, seek medical attention immediately.
Resources:
http://www.informedchoice.info/cocktail.html
http://www.imovax.com/
http://www.drugs.com/mmx/phenol-red.html
http://www.drugs.com/cdi/albumin-human.html
Disclaimer: This article, “Imovax Rabies Vaccine Ingredients”, is not intended to give medical advice. It is a call to educate yourself about disease and vaccines so that in making a decision where your child is concerned, you should take an active role in learning all you can from medical experts on both sides of the fence, then make an educated decision. we did not make an informed decision until one son got Leukemia and another developed Autism immediately after receiving his MMR vaccine. This has sent us on a quest to inform ourselves and others to seriously question what kind of toxic soups are being injected with the vaccines. Odds are if your child is injured by a vaccine, you have little or no recompense against the industry.
