Prices of Anti-Rabies Drugs

(as of January 23, 2009)

Source: San Lazaro Hospital, Quiricada, Sta. Cruz, Manila

Sample Computation for Post-Exposure Vaccination:

For two individuals weighing 87.8 kgs. (male) and 65.8 kgs. (female), using the 2-1-1 Standard Intra-muscular Schedule (Day 0-Day 7-Day 21), negative reaction to skin test,

Male patient needs:

1st Dose - Day 0

2 vials of PVRV x P 960./vial = P 1,920.00

3 ½ vials of ERIG x P 1,320./vial = P 4,620.00 

2^nd Dose – Day 7

1 vial of PVRV x P 960./vial = P 960.00

3^rd Dose – Day 21

1 vial of PVRV x P 960./vial = P 960.00

Total Amount Needed for Vaccines (excluding syringes) = P 8,460.00*

Female patient needs:

1^st Dose – Day 0

2 vials of PVRV x P 960./vial = P 1,920.00

2 ½ vials of ERIG x P 1,320./vial = P 3,300.00

2^nd Dose – Day 7

1 vial of PVRV x P 960./vial = P 960.00

3^rd Dose – Day 21

1 vial of PVRV x P 960./vial = P 960.00

Total Amount Needed for Vaccines (excluding syringes) = P 7,140.00*

*Based on prices at San Lazaro Hospital; Cost may vary depending upon geographical location and type of clinic/treatment center (e.g. private or public) and type of regimen (e.g. Intra-muscular/intra-dermal) used.

IT IS IMPORTANT TO NOTE THAT THE COST OF ANTI-RABIES VACCINE FOR ANIMALS IS MINIMAL COMPARED TO THAT OF HUMANS. VARIOUS INSTITUTIONS AND AGENCIES (e.g. Department of Agriculture, Barangay Councils, Homeowners’ Associations, Rotary Club Chapters and other civic groups) OFFER FREE VACCINATION OF DOGS AGAINST RABIES AS PART OF THEIR CAMPAIGN FOR A RABIES-FREE PHILIPPINES.