Recombitek Flu Single Dose Vaccination: Eq Influenza Vaccine
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Recombinant equine influenza vaccine for immunization of horses against equine influenza virus (H3N8); canarypox-vectored or inactivated formulation.
Recombinant canarypox vector equine influenza vaccine (Recombitek Equine Flu, Boehringer Ingelheim). Mechanism: recombinant canarypox virus vector expressing equine influenza HA protein → stimulates both humoral (neutralizing antibody) and cell-mediated immune responses without natural infection risk. Faster protective immunity, longer duration than killed vaccines.
Key information
Equine influenza vaccine (recombinant). Refrigerate; do not freeze. Shake well. Allow to reach room temperature. Record lot number. Do not vaccinate within 3 days of performance.
How to Give this Medication
SQ or IM injection (per label): administer at appropriate site. Shake well before each use. before use. Have epinephrine available. Store refrigerated (2–8°C); do not freeze.
If a dose is missed
Contact your veterinarian to reschedule the missed vaccination. Timing of boosters is important for proper immune response.
Side Effects
Mild injection site reactions (swelling — 1–3 days). Low-grade fever, lethargy (vaccine reaction). Anaphylaxis (rare — observe 30 min post-vaccination). Generally well tolerated.
Precautions
For animals
Administer as directed. Monitor for anaphylaxis 30 min post-vaccination. Have epinephrine available.
For people handling this medication
Wash hands thoroughly with soap and water after handling. Avoid contact with eyes; if contact occurs, flush with water for 15 minutes and seek medical attention. Keep out of reach of children. If accidental ingestion occurs, contact Poison Control (1-800-222-1222). Equine vaccine — administered by veterinary staff. Wash hands thoroughly with soap and water after handling.
Overdose
Contact your veterinarian. Vaccine overdose may cause local injection site reactions and transient fever. Rarely causes serious systemic effects.
Recombitek Flu Single Dose Vaccination: Eq Influenza Vaccine dosage forms
| Product | Strength | Form | Size | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| RECOMBITEK FLU 5 DOSE VACCINATION: EQ INFLUENZA VACCINE | — | — | 1 | Commercial |
| RECOMBITEK FLU SINGLE DOSE VACCINATION: EQ INFLUENZA VACCINE | — | — | 1 | Commercial |
Sources
This information is provided for educational purposes and is not a substitute for advice from your veterinarian. Source: Merck Veterinary Manual – Equine Influenza; Plumb's Veterinary Drug Handbook (Plumb, D.C., app.plumbs.com); Product labeling (Recombitek Flu, Boehringer Ingelheim)