Strepvax Ii Single Dose Vaccination

Inactivated Streptococcus equi (strangles) vaccine for immunization of horses against strangles; IM administered killed bacterin. Inactivated Streptococcus equi bacterin vaccine (Strepvax II). Mechanism: killed S. equi organisms + purified M-protein fractions → stimulate systemic humoral immunity → anti-S. equi antibodies. IM administration; requires primary series + semi-annual boosters. Lower mucosal immunity than intranasal live vaccine. Key information Equine strangles killed vaccine. Refrigerate. IM injection. Record lot number. Booster protocol required. Do not use in animals with active strangles infection.

SQ or IM injection. Shake well before each use. before use. Complete primary series. 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.

Injection site reactions (pain, swelling, abscess). Fever, malaise (1–3 days). Rare: anaphylaxis.

For animals IM bacterin. Monitor for injection site reactions. Not approved for use in food-producing animals. 2-dose primary series required. 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). Bacterin vaccine — administered by veterinary staff. Wash hands thoroughly with soap and water after handling.

Contact your veterinarian. Bacterial vaccine overdose may cause injection-site reaction and fever.