According to media, the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has warned the public against counterfeit anti-rabies vaccines and reminded consumers to purchase medicines only from establishments licensed by the agency.
Avoid contact with animals and do not feed them! Travellers are advised to get a pre-exposure vaccination considering the circulation of counterfeit rabies vaccines in Philippines.
Behavior after exposure: After an animal bite/scratch: immediately wash the wound with running water and soap for 15 minutes, then disinfect and in any case visit a high-quality medical center for post-exposure vaccination as soon as possible!
Those who received a rabies vaccine in Philippines should promptly consult their healthcare provider to assess the need for revaccination. In some cases, traveling to another country may be necessary to obtain a dependable source of rabies vaccine.