Duck Plague Vaccine Description
This live attenuated vaccine is developed from a chicken-embryo-adapted duck plague virus strain (CVCCAV1222), providing effective protection against duck plague (duck viral enteritis), a highly contagious and often fatal disease affecting waterfowl.
Duck plague is characterized by vascular damage, hemorrhages, digestive tract lesions, and high mortality rates, leading to severe economic losses in both commercial and backyard duck production.
The vaccine provides rapid onset of immunity within 3–4 days post-vaccination, making it highly suitable for emergency-risk areas and routine preventive programs.
It is effective for both:
- Adult ducks, offering long-term protection up to 9 months
- Ducklings, providing early-life protection for approximately 1 month
This flexibility makes it suitable for both short-cycle meat production and long-term breeding systems.
Immunization Program
- Ducklings:
- Early vaccination for initial protection (short-term immunity)
- Adult Ducks (>2 months):
- Single-dose vaccination
- Long-term protection (up to 9 months)
- Suitable for integration into waterfowl vaccination programs
Dosage & Administration
- Dilute with sterile normal saline according to label instructions
Route: Intramuscular injection
Dosage:
- Ducklings:
- 0.25 mL per bird (leg injection)
- Adult Ducks:
- 1.0 mL per bird
Composition
Attenuated duck plague virus (CVCCAV1222 strain): ≥ 10³.⁰ ELD50 per dose
Product Characteristics
- Appearance: Spongy loose mass
- Easily separates from vial wall
- Rapid dissolution after dilution
Safety & Adverse Reactions
- Generally safe with no significant adverse reactions
- Suitable for healthy ducks under proper vaccination conditions
Precautions
- Use only in healthy animals
- After reconstitution:
- Store in cool, dark conditions
- Use within 4 hours
- Maintain aseptic injection procedures
- Disinfect injection site before administration
- Dispose of:
- Vaccine vials
- Equipment
- Residual vaccine according to biosafety protocols
Packaging & Specification
- Specifications:
- 1000 doses/vial
- 2000 doses/vial
- Packaging: 10 vials/box
Storage & Shelf Life
- Storage: 2–8°C
- Protect from light
- Shelf Life: 24 months
