Fowl Pox Vaccine | 1000D

Description

The Fowl Pox Vaccine | 1000D is a vaccine used to protect poultry from Fowl Pox, a contagious viral disease that affects chickens, turkeys, and other birds. This vaccine is typically packaged to vaccinate 1,000 doses (1000D), making it ideal for use on farms with larger flocks.

Fowl Pox is caused by a poxvirus and appears in two forms:

• Cutaneous (Dry) Form: Characterized by wart-like lesions on the skin, comb, wattles, and beak. This form is usually less severe but can affect feeding and general health.
• Diphtheritic (Wet) Form: This is more severe, involving lesions in the mouth, throat, and respiratory tract, potentially leading to breathing difficulties and higher mortality.

Purpose and Benefits of the Fowl Pox Vaccine | 1000D

• Disease Prevention: The vaccine helps prevent Fowl Pox, reducing the incidence of outbreaks in poultry flocks.
• Protects Flock Health: Vaccination reduces the spread of the virus among birds, safeguarding the overall health and productivity of the flock.
• Improves Productivity: By preventing the disease, the vaccine helps avoid productivity losses related to illness and mortality.
• Cost-Effective: Vaccinating poultry is often more economical than dealing with an outbreak, as it reduces treatment costs and limits losses in production.

Application:

• Wing-Web Method: The most common administration method for the Fowl Pox vaccine is the wing-web method.
• Dosage: The vaccine typically contains enough to inoculate 1,000 birds. One dose per bird is sufficient to confer immunity.
• Age of Administration: Generally, the vaccine is administered to chickens between 8-12 weeks of age to ensure effective immunity before the onset of sexual maturity.
• Onset of Immunity: Immunity usually develops within 7-10 days post-vaccination, so it’s essential to time vaccination before exposure risks increase.

Advantages of the Fowl Pox Vaccine

• Long-Lasting Immunity: Once vaccinated, birds typically retain immunity to Fowl Pox for life, reducing the need for repeated vaccinations.
• Reduces Economic Losses: Preventing Fowl Pox avoids the costs associated with treatment, reduced egg production, and mortality.
• Improves Flock Welfare: Vaccinated birds have a lower risk of developing painful lesions and associated complications, promoting a healthier flock.

Handling and Storage of the Fowl Pox Vaccine

• Storage Conditions: The vaccine should be kept refrigerated at 2-8°C (35-46°F) to maintain potency. Avoid freezing, as this can damage the vaccine.
• Use Before Expiration: Only use the vaccine within its expiration date to ensure its efficacy.
• Personal Safety: When handling the vaccine, wear gloves and protective clothing to avoid accidental pricking or exposure.

Izovac Fowl-Pox 1000 doses

Fowl Pox Vaccine Composition:

Live Attenuated Fowl Pox Virus, Strain Brescia Pr 1:103 EID50 in horse serum + Distilled Water.

Indication:

Activate immunization against Fowl Pox

Fowl Pox Vaccine Dosage and administration:

Administered on the wing

Breeders: vaccinate chickens of 5-15 weeks of age (if the field conditions suggest vaccinating

Younger chicks – 1 to 5 weeks of age – administer a half dose of vaccine [one prong] and repeat the treatment after 80 days).

Layers: vaccinate one month before the beginning of the laying period.