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Product Description
Equine Potomavac protects healthy horses against Potomac Horse Fever (equine monocytic ehrlichiosis). This safe single-dose liquid suspension of inactivated Ehrlichia risticii can used on horses ages 3 months and older.
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What is Merial Equine Potomavac for Horses, 1 Dose (1 ml)?
The EQUINE POTOMAVAC® vaccine is a liquid suspension of inactivated Ehrlichia risticii recommended for the vaccination of healthy horses as an aid in the prevention of Potomac Horse Fever (equine monocytic ehrlichiosis) caused by E. risticii.
Who is Merial Equine Potomavac for Horses, 1 Dose (1 ml) for?
Horses 3 months or older
Why use Merial Equine Potomavac for Horses, 1 Dose (1 ml)?
To protect healthy horses from Potomac Horse Fever (PHF) caused by E. risticii
How does Merial Equine Potomavac for Horses, 1 Dose (1 ml) work?
It triggers an immune response to aid in the protection of Potomac Horse Fever
Manufacturer:
Boehringer Ingelheim
Active Ingredients(s):
EQUINE POTOMAVAC® is a liquid suspension of inactivated Ehrlichia risticii.
How is Merial Equine Potomavac for Horses, 1 Dose (1 ml) sold?
Equine Potomavac 1 ds (1 ml )
5 x 1 Dose (1 ml )
What are the side effects of Merial Equine Potomavac for Horses, 1 Dose (1 ml)?
In rare instances, administration of vaccines may cause lethargy, fever, and inflammatory or hypersensitivity types of reactions. Treatment may include antihistamines, anti-inflammatories, and/or epinephrine.
What special precautions are there?
Safety and efficacy of this product have been demonstrated in controlled vaccination challenge tests and in thorough field evaluations. Vaccinating animals whose immune response is compromised by stress, disease, etc. may not produce the desired results.
After the primary vaccination and booster, annual revaccination is recommended. Speak with your vet about your horses vaccination schedule.
What to do if overdose?
Contact your nearest emergency animal hospital.
How can I store Merial Equine Potomavac for Horses, 1 Dose (1 ml)?
Store at 2-7°C (35-45°F). Do not freeze. Use entire contents when first opened. Shake well before using.
Helpful Tips:
Potomac horse fever (PHF) is a disease affecting horses and is best known for its gastrointestinal signs such as enteritis and diarrhea. This diseases is caused by E. risticii & Neorickettsia risticii, organisms that live inside several different cells of the equine body. This disease is also referred to as equine monocytic ehrlichiosis, or equine ehrlichial colitis.
Overview
DOSAGE: For primary vaccination, aseptically inject 1 mL (1 dose) intramuscularly into healthy horses 3 months of age or older. Revaccinate with a second 1 mL dose 3 to 4 weeks later. Revaccinate annually with a single 1 mL dose.
Main Ingredients
EQUINE POTOMAVAC® is a liquid suspension of inactivated Ehrlichia risticii
