is a combined inactivated vaccine for the active immunisation of chickens against the 2 major salmonella threats to public health �
DT 104.
Most breeder flocks in the chicken industry, through Assured Chicken Production, are vaccinated against salmonella. Similarly, layers are vaccinated to comply with the Lion code.
offers the broadest protection available against salmonellosis in poultry.
Description
Inactivated vaccine against
Salmonella enteritidis and
Salmonella typhimurium in chickens.
Composition
Active components per dose:
- Inactivated Salmonella enteritidis PT4.
- Inactivated Salmonella typhimurium DT104.
Formulation
Suspension for injection containing aluminium hydroxide as an adjuvant.
Target species
Chickens: Breeders and layers.
Indications
For the active immunisation of chickens against
S. enteritidis and
S. typhimurium and to give passive immunity against these agents in the progeny.
Vaccination programme
The recommended vaccination schedule is 0.5 ml at 10-12 weeks of age and a booster dose of 0.5 ml
at 14-18 weeks of age, with a minimum interval of 6 weeks between the two vaccinations.
In case there is a high risk of early infection, a 0.1 ml injection can be given at day-old, followed by 0.5ml at 4 weeks of age and a booster dose of 0.5 ml at 14-18 weeks of age.
Dosage
0.1 ml for day-old chicks and 0.5 ml for older birds.
Method of administration
Intramuscularly into the leg or breast muscle.
Withholding period
None.
Presentation
250 ml and 500 ml bottles.
Storage
Store between 2-8°C and avoid freezing.
Precautions
- Vaccinate healthy birds only.
- Before use, allow the vaccine to reach room temperature (20-25�C)
- Shake the bottle well before use.
- Use sterile injection equipment.
- Use the entire contents when first opened.
- Opened vials should be used within three hours.
- Do not mix with other vaccines.
- Should the vaccinator inject himself or a bystander by accident, a local reaction may occur. It is recommended that the advice of a doctor be sought.
Contra-indications and Warning
When used according to instructions: None.
Further information
Dispose of empty or part-used vials in accordance with local regulations
Publication date: 1st June 2005