For animal use only.

Blu-Vax is an inactivated adjuvanted polyvalent bluetongue virus (BTV) vaccine, formulated as an emulsion, for the active immunisation of healthy sheep against bluetongue disease.

Bluetongue is a controlled disease in terms of the Animal Diseases Act (Act no. 35 of 1984) and any suspicion or confirmation of the disease must be reported to the responsible state veterinarian immediately.

COMPOSITION PER DOSE (1 ml)

Blu-Vax is an oil emulsion vaccine containing multiple inactivated serotypes of the bluetongue virus (BTV).

STORAGE

Store and transport refrigerated between 2°C and 8°C. Do not freeze. Protect from high temperatures and sunlight during vaccination. Do not use after the expiry date printed on the container.

DIRECTIONS FOR USE - USE ONLY AS DIRECTED

Please consult with your veterinarian before use.

Simple inversion of the vial prior to and during use is adequate to mix all components.
Inject sheep subcutaneously on the side of the neck. DO NOT deviate from the recommended route and injection site location.
Animals must receive a full vaccination schedule before the period of highest risk associated with bluetongue outbreak.
Ensure that all animals are vaccinated.
It is essential to adhere to the vaccination programme to maintain a satisfactory immune response.
This inactivated vaccine is safe for use in ewes during all stages of pregnancy and newborn lambs born from unvaccinated ewes.
This inactivated vaccine does not affect semen production and is safe for use in breeding rams.
Vaccination with Blu-Vax allows targeted use in the face of an outbreak or in case of perceived immediate threat of infection.
DO NOT miss the booster dose as it is essential to elicit protective immunity.
Repeat vaccination annually according to the DOSAGE instructions.

DOSAGE

Administer a single dose (1 ml) subcutaneously, on the side of the neck only. DO NOT deviate from the recommended route and injection site location.
A second dose of 1 ml must be administered 3 to 4 weeks later as a booster to complete the vaccination.
Animals that have never been vaccinated before, will benefit from a second booster dose of 1 ml 3 to 4 weeks after the first booster.
Vaccination and both boosters (where applicable) must be completed 2 months prior to the outbreak season.

PACKING SIZE AND ORDERING CODE

20 ml/20 ds (LVS06744)

100 ml/100 ds (LVS06612)

Reg. no. G3534 (36/1947)

Reg. holder: Vetvax (Pty) Ltd, Reg. no. 2004/035302/07, 442 Rigel Avenue South, Erasmusrand, Pretoria | Tel. 012 349 2772

BLU-VAX | Sheep Vaccine

Withdrawal period: Do not slaughter animals for human consumption within 21 days of vaccination.

Vaccinate healthy animals only.

Do not mix with any other vaccine or immunological product.

Care should be taken to avoid direct contact with the product, to prevent self-injections, or contamination of the eyes or skin. If contact occurs, rinse affected area repeatedly with clean water. Medical advice should be sought in the event of accidental exposure.

Do not over- or under-dose the vaccine.

Usually no marked reactions follow vaccination, although a transient swelling may appear at the site of inoculation, and some animals may show a moderate rise of temperature for one or two days.

Ensure that marketed animals do not have local reactions (swellings) at the site of vaccination, or elevated temperature reactions (fever) as this may result in the condemnation of the carcasses.

Use the entire contents of the vial once opened.

Do not use in animal species other than those indicated.

Do not administer to animals in poor or extremely poor body condition.

Do not inject intravenously.

KEEP OUT OF REACH OF CHILDREN, UNINFORMED PERSONS AND ANIMALS.

Although this product has been extensively tested under a large variety of conditions, failure thereof may ensue as a result of a wide range of reasons. If this is suspected, seek veterinary advice; notify the registration holder and the registrar.
Observe aseptic precautions. Ensure that all vaccination equipment (needles, syringes, etc.) is clean and sterile prior to use.

Do not use the contents of damaged vials.

Wear protective clothing, masks, gloves, etc. according the hazard standards.

Avoid contact with skin, eyes and mouth.

Do not eat, drink or smoke whilst handling the product.

Used disposable vaccine equipment, unsued vaccine, etc. must be disposed of according to the National Environmental Waste Act, 2008 (Act 59 of 2008).

Do not contaminate rivers, dams or any water sources with containers or waste.

Local reactions may occur in some animals at the injection site. They will disappear after a few days. If you notice any serious effects, please inform your veterinarian.

BLU-VAX | Sheep Vaccine

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