BOVILIS® VL5 SQ
Campylobacter Fetus-Leptospira Canicola-Grippotyphosa-Hardjo-Icterohaemorrhagiae-Pomona Bacterin
Product Description
Shown effective for the vaccination of healthy cattle 6 months of age or older against reproductive disease caused by Campylobacter fetus and leptospirosis (caused by Leptospira canicola, L. grippotyphosa, L. hardjo – including the L. borgpetersenii serovar hardjo bovis, L. icterohaemorrhagiae, and L. pomona). Effective against urinary shedding of L. hardjo organisms.
Indications
This product has been shown effective for the vaccination of healthy cattle against Leptospira canicola, L. grippotyphosa, L. hardjo -including the L. borgpetersenii serovar hardjo bovis, L. icterohaemorrhagiae, and L. pomona and reproductive disease caused by Campylobacter fetus. This product was licensed prior to the requirement to establish a minimum age for use. Duration of immunity has not been established.
This product has been shown to be effective against urinary shedding of L. hardjo organisms.
Diseases
- Campylobacter fetus
- Leptospirosis
Dosage
Shake well and administer a single 2 mL dose aseptically by subcutaneous route 14-60 days prior to breeding. Historically, annual revaccination with this product has been recommended. The need for this booster has not been established. For more information on revaccination frequency consult your veterinarian. If packaged with Vista® 5 SQ refer to carton for complete directions.
Supplied
1 x 100 mL (50 doses)
Preservatives
Contains thimerosal as a preservative.
Caution
Store at 2°-8°C (35°-46°F). Do not freeze. Use entire contents when first opened. Do not mix with other products except as specified on the label. Do not vaccinate within 21 days before slaughter. This product has not been tested in pregnant animals. If allergic reaction occurs, treat with epinephrine. In case of human exposure, contact a physician.
FOR ANIMAL USE ONLY
Contact
U.S. only: Merck Animal Health livestocktechsrvc@merck-animal-health.com or call 1-800-211-3573
For more information regarding efficacy and safety data, go to productdata.aphis.usda.gov
For additional information, please see the product label.
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