Porcilis® ERY

Reg. No. G2431 Act 36/1947

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For use by or under the supervision of a Veterinarian only
Porcilis® ERY is an inactivated vaccine recommended for the active immunisation of pigs as an aid in the control of swine erysipelas.

Storage Instructions:

• Store in the dark between 2ºC and 8ºC. Do not freeze.
• Allow the vaccine to reach room temperature (20ºC and 25ºC) gradually before use.
• Avoid prolonged or repetitive exposure to high ambient temperatures.
• Protect from exposure to direct sunlight.

Composition:

Porcilis® ERY is an inactivated vaccine containing Erysipelothrix rhusiopathiae antigen strain M2 (serotype 2) in an aqueous adjuvant.

Contents:

Each 2 ml dose of Porcilis® ERY contains 50 i.u. Erysipelothrix rhusiopathiae antigen strain M2 (serotype 2) in an aqueous adjuvant. The vaccine contains 0,05 % formaldehyde as a preservative.

Warnings:

• DO NOT USE DURING PREGNANCY OR THE MATING PERIOD. DO NOT VACCINATE BOARS.
• Do not freeze.
• Destroy any unused vaccine by, for example, burning and dispose of all vaccine containers after vaccination. Do not mix the vaccine with other vaccines.
• The vaccine should be protected from direct sunlight.
• Do not store partially used containers for future use and use the entire contents when opened.
• Opened bottles (vials) not used within 10 hours, should be destroyed.
• Shake well before use and at regular intervals during the vaccination process.
• Do not mix the vaccine with other vaccines or substances.
• Accidental self-vaccination may lead to a severe local allergic reaction. Consult a physician.
• Keep out of reach of children, uninformed persons and animals.
• Although this vaccine 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 and notify the registration holder.

Precautions:

• Vaccinate healthy animals only.
• Observe aseptic precautions. Ensure that all vaccination equipment (needles, syringes, etc.) are clean and sterile prior to use.
• Ensure that all equipment is kept clean and sterile during vaccination.
• It is essential to adhere to the vaccination programme to ensure a satisfactory immune status.
• It is good vaccination practice when handling the vaccine to avoid contact with the eyes, hands and clothing.

Directions for Use:

Use only as directed. DO NOT USE DURING PREGNANCY OR THE MATING PERIOD. DO NOT VACCINATE BOARS.

Vaccination Programme:

Pigs are to be vaccinated from an age of 10 weeks. Vaccination is repeated after 4 weeks. Booster vaccinations are given to sows during every lactation period. Vaccinations to gilts should be given more than 2 weeks before mating.

Dosage and Administration:

• Inject 2 ml deep intramuscularly in the neck behind the ear.
• Allow the vaccine to gradually reach room temperature (20ºC and 25ºC) prior to use.
• Shake well before use and at regular intervals during the vaccination process.
• Remove the aluminium overseal and the vaccine is ready for use.
• Vaccinate healthy animals only.

Vaccination Reactions:

Vaccination reactions are restricted to a slight, transient rise in body temperature, an occasional mild transient swelling and some reluctance to move in a limited proportion of animals.

Presentation:

20 ml (10 doses), 50 ml (25 doses), 100 ml (50 doses), 250 ml (125 doses) glass vials each packed in a cardboard box.

Registration holder:

Intervet S.A. (Pty) Ltd
Co. Reg. No. 1991/006580/07