Sheep Pox Vaccine Description
This vaccine contains a live attenuated goat pox virus strain (CVCC AV41), a well-established strain used for the control of capripoxvirus infections in small ruminants.
Goat pox and sheep pox are highly contagious viral diseases causing:
- Fever and systemic infection
- Skin lesions and scab formation
- Reduced growth, wool, and milk production
- Significant economic losses in intensive and pastoral systems
This vaccine provides:
- Rapid onset of immunity (4–5 days) – critical during outbreak situations
- Cross-protection between goat pox and sheep pox viruses
- Long-lasting immunity (12 months) with a single dose
It is suitable for use in endemic regions, routine vaccination programs, and emergency outbreak control.
Programma di immunizzazione
- Adatto per all breeds and ages of sheep and goats
- Can be used for routine vaccination e emergency immunization during outbreaks
Dosaggio e somministrazione
- Via di somministrazione: Intradermal injection
- Sito di iniezione: Inner side of tail base or inner thigh
- Sheep & Goats (all sizes): 0.5 mL per head
Preparation:
- Reconstitute with sterile normal saline or water for injection to 0.5 mL per dose
Composizione
- Live attenuated goat pox virus (Strain CVCC AV41): ≥10³.5 TCID50 per dose
Caratteristiche del prodotto
- Spongy, loose pellet form
- Si stacca facilmente dalla parete del flacone
- Rapida dissoluzione dopo la ricostituzione
- Suitable for field vaccination conditions
Safety & Adverse Reactions
- Generally safe for healthy animals
- No significant adverse reactions reported under proper use
Precauzioni
- Suitable for sheep and goats of all breeds and ages
- Use with caution in pregnant animals (avoid stress during handling)
- During outbreaks, vaccinate solo animali sani
- Use vaccine on the same day after opening
- Disinfettare il sito di iniezione prima della somministrazione
- Dispose of used vials, equipment, and residual vaccine according to biosafety protocols
Confezionamento e specifiche
- Specifiche: 100 doses/vial
- Confezionamento: 10 flaconi/scatola
Conservazione e durata di conservazione
- Conservazione: 2–8°C, protect from heat and light
- Durata di conservazione: 24 mesi
