MSD Lumpyvax 20 ml

For the prophylactic immunisation of cattle against lumpy skin disease (LSD), this MSD Lumpyvax vaccine is a freeze-dried, live, attenuated vaccine supplied with a separate diluent. Immunity begins to develop about 10 days after vaccination, and pregnant cows may be vaccinated.

• Species: Cattle
• Type: Freeze-dried, live, attenuated vaccine (SIS Neethling-type virus)
• Pack size: 20 doses of 1 ml each, with diluent
• Dose: 1 ml per animal, given subcutaneously in the side of the neck
• Full protection: About 3 weeks after vaccination
• Duration of immunity: 1 year, with an annual booster
• Calves from vaccinated cows: Vaccinate at 4 to 6 months of age
• Calves from non-vaccinated cows: May be vaccinated at any age
• Withdrawal period: Do not slaughter for human consumption within 21 days of vaccination
• Registration number: G3673 (Act 36 of 1947)

Store refrigerated between 2 °C and 8 °C, do not freeze, protect from sunlight, and use within 8 hours once reconstituted.