Poultry Adenovirus Vaccine Description
This inactivated vaccine contains fowl adenovirus (Group I, Serotype 4) strain JH. Key features include:
- Onset of immunity: 21 days post-vaccination
- Duration of immunity: 4 months
- Milky white uniform emulsion
- Suitable for both young and adult chickens
Fowl adenovirus infection can cause significant economic losses due to hepatitis-hydropericardium syndrome (HHS), decreased productivity, and mortality. This vaccine provides an effective, safe, and practical immunization strategy for poultry farms.
Immunization Program
Chickens
- 2–4 weeks old: 0.3 mL per bird
- Over 4 weeks old: 0.5 mL per bird
Route: Subcutaneous injection in the neck or intramuscular injection
Administration Notes:
- Shake vaccine thoroughly before use
- Disinfect injection site and use aseptic equipment
- Use the vial on the same day after opening
Composition
- Inactivated fowl adenovirus (Group I, Serotype 4) strain JH: 10⁶.⁵ TCID50 per 0.3 mL dose
- Milky white, uniform emulsion
Safety & Adverse Reactions
- Safe for healthy chickens
- No significant visible adverse reactions reported
Precautions
- Vaccinate only healthy chickens
- Do not freeze or overheat the vaccine
- Inspect for broken vials, missing labels, impurities, or emulsion breakdown
- Use opened vials within the same day
- Disinfect and properly dispose of used needles, syringes, and vials
- Do not vaccinate within 28 days before slaughter
Packaging & Specification
- Specification: 500 mL/bottle
- Packaging: 20 bottles/carton
Storage & Shelf Life
- Storage: 2–8°C, protect from freezing and high temperatures
- Shelf Life: 24 months
