Along with the customized PEP schedule, the ZRA lists the RV, RIG and mAb brands available in the region (Figure 2). The ZRA also offers access to the rabies biologics database, which can be used to locate the nearest places where PEP products are currently in stock, ensuring timely access to necessary treatment (Tab: RV/RIG Availability Map).
As an illustrative example, we have integrated the ZRA with another online web application called ZeroRabiesPEP (ZRP). The ZRP serves as a crowdsourcing tool dedicated to compiling and continuously updating a comprehensive database of facilities in India where these products (pharmacies, clinics, hospitals etc.) are presently available. The ZRP allows for the easy submission of PEP availability information along with the contact details of the facility (Figure 3). The data provided by citizens through ZRP is carefully reviewed and integrated into the rabies biologics database, ensuring its accuracy and usefulness.
The RV/RIG/mAb availability map is connected to the rabies biologics database and shows the information as a marker on the map. The user can click on a marker to access contact details of the pharmacy/healthcare facility (Figure 4).
In the ZRA, the RV/RIG/mAb availability map is superimposed with a grid consisting of 50 km x 50 km patches, as depicted in Figure 4. The primary objective is to record the accessibility of PEP products, thereby reducing the time and energy required to locate these biologics following a potential exposure. Our target is to ensure that there is at least one marker indicating the availability of these products within each square patch on the RV/RIG/mAb availability map in the ZRA.