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Fel-O-Vax FIV Vaccine

Fel-O-Vax FIV Vaccine aids in the prevention of feline AIDS.

Feline AIDS is caused by infection with feline immunodeficiency virus (FIV). FIV causes a potentially fatal viral disease that interferes with the immune system of a cat. Infected cats may expose healthy cats with which they come into contact, most often by biting. Outdoor cats are most at-risk. Vaccination is the best way to prevent disease. There is no treatment or cure for an infected cat.

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  • Approved uses/Indications

    An inactivated vaccine for the active immunisation of susceptible healthy cats 8 weeks of age or older as an aid in the prevention of infection with feline immunodeficiency virus.

  • Key Features
    • Immunisation of cats as an aid in the prevention of infection with feline AIDS virus
  • Packaging

    1 mL containing inactivated feline immunodeficiency virus (Petaluma & Shizuoka stains, RP ≥ 1.0) in a glass vial

  • Dosage & Administration

    SHAKE THE BOTTLE WELL to obtain a uniform suspension of the vaccine before administration. The entire contents of the bottle should be used immediately after opening. A new sterile syringe and needle should always be used to administer these vaccines.

    Dose:

    Withdraw the contents of a single dose vial (1 mL) aseptically into a sterile syringe and inject subcutaneously.

    RECOMMENDED VACCINATION PLAN

    Fel-O-Vax FIV Vaccine can be used on its own or as part of a standard vaccination program.

    The following vaccination program is recommended for cats and kittens:

    Cats aged 8 weeks and older:

    For an initial vaccination course, three doses are required, injected at intervals of 2-4 weeks.

    Booster vaccination:

    Annual booster with a single dose of vaccine.

     

    Recommended Vaccination Protocol

    Cats under 6 months of age:

    • Health check
    • Microchip (if not microchipped prior)
    • 3 doses of vaccine (from 8 weeks of age or older), 2 - 4 weeks apart
    • Yearly revaccination

    Cats 6 months of age and older:

    • Health check
    • FIV test (should be negative to continue course)
    • Microchip (if not microchipped prior)
    • 3 doses of vaccine, 2 - 4 weeks apart
    • Yearly revaccination
  • Precautions
    • Vaccinate only healthy cats or kittens with normal temperatures.
    • Animals under treatment with immunosuppressive drugs should be vaccinated with caution.
    • Studies to support the use of this product in pregnant queens have not been conducted.

    Side Effects:

    • Some animals may show transient post-vaccination reactions including pain, malaise, lethargy, inappetence, transient fever, depression and/or stiffness. These reactions usually disappear within 24-48 hours.
    • Allergic reactions, such as anaphylaxis, occur rarely and may require parenteral treatment with an antihistamine, a corticosteroid or adrenalin as appropriate.
    • Local site reactions after vaccination are rare but transient swelling, pain and subcutaneous thickening may occur. 

    Along with vaccination, other health management measures to prevent feline AIDS include:

    • limiting exposure of indoor cats to outdoor cats
    • using caution when introducing a new cat into a multi-cat household
    • having a new cat tested prior to joining a household
    • isolating an aggressive cat from other cats
  • Mandatories

    Zoetis Animal Health New Zealand Limited. Level 5, 8 Mahuhu Crescent, Auckland 1010, New Zealand. Tel: 0800 650 277, Fax: 0800 628 629. FEL-O-VAX FIV is a registered trade mark of Zoetis Inc. or its subsidiaries. ACVM Registration No. A9238. RVM; Available only under Veterinary Authorisation.