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Colombovac® Paratyphus Suspension for Injection for Pigeons
Presentation
Formaldehyde-inactivated Salmonella spp. ser. Typhimurium variant
Copenhagen: at least 5 x 107 cfu, sufficient to induce at least a mean
antibody titre (ELISA) of 9.1 in target animals. Also contains 1 mg
Carbomer 934P as adjuvant.
Uses
For active immunisation of pigeons from the age of six weeks to
prevent mortality caused by Salmonella spp. ser. Typhimurium variant
Copenhagen.
Dosage and administration
One dose of vaccine (0.2 ml) is to be administered by subcutaneous
injection at the dorsal side in the nape of the neck in the direction of
the back of the bird.
Vaccination scheme
Primary vaccination
Two doses per animal three weeks apart. Administration of the first
dose preferably to animals of the age of six weeks.
Booster vaccination
Six months after the primary vaccination and thereafter every six
months.
Contraindications, warnings, etc.
Do not use in birds other than pigeons.
Do not vaccinate birds during the reproduction period and while taking
care of squabs.
No information is available on the safety and efficacy from the
concurrent use of this vaccine with any other. It is therefore
recommended that no other vaccines should be administered within 14
days before or after vaccination with the product.
Do not mix with any other vaccine or immunological product.
Intramuscular injection should be avoided.
Vaccinate animals at least four weeks before the reproduction period.
After first vaccination a palpable local reaction up to about 1 cm
in diameter may occur in about half of the pigeons. After second
vaccination the palpable local reactions may increase in size (up to
2 cm) and frequency.
The local reactions may slide to the ventral side of the neck. It can be
palpable for up to six weeks after vaccination. These reactions have
been shown not to affect the behaviour and weight gain of the bird.
Withdrawal period: Zero days.
Operator warning: In the case of accidental self-injection, seek medical advice
immediately and show the package insert to the physician.
Pharmaceutical precautions
Keep out of the reach and sight of children.
Store and transport refrigerated (2ºC - 8ºC).
Protect from light.
Do not freeze.
Once broached use within 2 hours.
Legal category
POM-VPS
Package quantities
Packs of 50 doses (10 ml).