DIFTOVAC

Indications

Pigeons: For active immunisation of pigeons against pigeon pox to reduce clinical signs and lesions linked to
pigeon pox virus infection.
Onset of immunity: at the latest 21 days after vaccination as demonstrated by challenge.
Duration of immunity: at the minimum 9 months.
serological data.

Direction for use:

Reconstitute the freeze-dried product in diluent aseptically just prior to use.
Devices used for the reconstitution of the vaccine and for application should be sterile and free from any
residues of chemical disinfectant.
Feather-follicle route of administration:
Reconstitute 50 doses vial in 5 ml of Diluent D
Reconstitute 100 doses vial in 10 ml of Diluent D
Shake well after reconstitution.
Pluck 10-15 feathers from the medial side of the leg and smooth the vaccine into the uncovered follicles.
Vaccine dose for each animal is 0,1 ml.
Avoid bleeding from uncovered follicles at feather-follicle administration because it could lead to a strong
local reaction. Apply to clean and dry skin. Do not disinfect skin before feather-follicle application.
Subcutaneous route of administration (recommended):
Reconstitute 50 doses vial in 10 ml of Diluent D
Reconstitute 100 doses vial in 20 ml of Diluent D
Shake well after reconstitution.
One dose for subcutaneous vaccination is 0,2 ml. Apply subcutaneously into the area of neck.
Administer under aseptic conditions.
Only sterile syringes and needles should be used.
Shake well before and occasionally during administration.
Vaccination scheme:
Basic vaccination: 1 dose from 4 weeks of age onwards
Revaccination : in the breeding endangered by pox virus infection: every 9 months
In breeding where the risk of the infection is likely low, annual revaccination is sufficient.

Withdrawal period: Zero days.