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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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.
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- Immunisation of cats as an aid in the prevention of infection with feline AIDS virus
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1 mL containing inactivated feline immunodeficiency virus (Petaluma & Shizuoka stains, RP ≥ 1.0) in a glass vial
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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:
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For an initial vaccination course, three doses are required, injected at intervals of 2-4 weeks.
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Booster vaccination:
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Annual booster with a single dose of vaccine.
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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
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- 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
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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.
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NZ Technical Services 0800 650 277
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