DIFTOVAC – Pigeon Pox Vaccine (50 Doses)

Live Pigeon Pox Vaccine | Manufactured by Pharmagal-Bio

Diftovac is a live vaccine developed specifically for the protection of pigeons against Pigeon Pox Virus.

Pigeon pox is a contagious viral disease that can affect racing pigeons, breeding stock and young birds. It can cause lesions around the eyes, beak and other areas of exposed skin, and may affect the mouth and throat.

Vaccination is an important preventative measure to help reduce the clinical signs and lesions associated with pigeon pox infection.

Vaccine Benefits

• Helps protect pigeons against pigeon pox.

• Suitable for racing pigeons, breeding stock and young birds from 4 weeks of age.

• Immunity develops within 21 days of vaccination.

• Provides immunity for at least 9 months.

• Can be administered by subcutaneous injection or the feather-follicle method.

Pack Contents – 50 Doses

Each pack contains two vials:

• Vial 1: Diftovac freeze-dried live pigeon pox vaccine – 50 doses.

• Vial 2: Riedidlo D (Diluent D) – 10 ml.

Administration – Subcutaneous Injection (Recommended)

For the 50-dose presentation, the vaccine is reconstituted using the supplied 10 ml of Diluent D.

Vaccination dose: 0.2 ml per pigeon.

The vaccine is administered by subcutaneous injection in the neck region by a suitably trained person, following veterinary guidance and the manufacturer's instructions.

Recommended Vaccination Programme

Young Pigeons: One vaccination from 4 weeks of age.

Adult Pigeons: Vaccinate healthy birds as part of the loft's preventative health programme.

Booster Vaccination:

• Higher-risk lofts: Every 9 months.

• Lower-risk lofts: Annual revaccination may be sufficient.

Storage and Important Information

• Store refrigerated between 2°C and 8°C.

• Do not freeze.

• Protect from direct sunlight.

• Use the reconstituted vaccine within 1 hour.

• Vaccinate healthy pigeons only.

• Do not vaccinate pigeons showing signs of illness or suspected disease.

Veterinary Advice: Diftovac is a preventative vaccine and is not a treatment for pigeons already suffering from pigeon pox. Vaccination should be undertaken in accordance with veterinary advice and the manufacturer's product instructions.

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