Gletvax 6
Active substance
ATC code
Species
Pigs (sows and gilts).
Indications
A combined E. coli and Cl. perfringens Types B, C and D vaccine for pigs.
For the passive protection of piglets by the active immunisation of breeding sows and gilts to prevent neonatal colibacillosis caused by K99 bearing strains of E. coli; reduce neonatal colibacillosis caused by K88ab, K88ac and 987P bearing strains of E.coli and Cl. perfringens Type C necrotising infectious enteritis.
Dose to be administered and administration route
Dose: Sows and gilts 5 ml.
Administration: By subcutaneous injection, preferably behind the ear. The bottle should be well shaken before the vaccine is withdrawn.
Dosage schedule: The initial course consists of two doses:
Basic vaccination scheme: At service, or if necessary, at any time up to six weeks before farrowing.
Re-vaccination scheme: Two weeks before farrowing is expected.
Adverse reactions
In most pigs, a slight to moderate swelling (up to 6 cm) may be seen at the injection site after vaccination. The swelling will decline and disappear but may last from 14 to 21 days in some pigs.