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GiardiaVax

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Giardiavax

This treatment applies to the following species:
Manufacturer: Fort Dodge

Giardia Lamblia Vaccine

Killed Protozoa

For Use In Dogs Only

For subcutaneous vaccination of healthy dogs, 8 weeks of age or older, as an aid in the prevention of disease and shedding caused by Giardia lamblia infections.

Giardiasis is a health concern for people and dogs. While Giardia infection is a recognized zoonotic disease, the role that the dog assumes in human disease is not well established. GiardiaVax® has been proven to prevent clinical disease caused by Giardia lamblia infection in dogs and to significantly reduce the incidence, severity and duration of cyst shedding. Subsequent to Giardia lamblia exposure, some vaccinates may shed, therefore, proper hygiene and sanitation practices should be implemented.

Dose

Dogs, inject one 1 mL dose subcutaneously using aseptic technique. A second dose is given 2 to 4 weeks after the first vaccination. Annual revaccination is recommended.

Infovax-id® System

The INFOVAX-ID® System provides a simple and effective method of recording pertinent information on the vaccines administered to animals in a veterinary practice.

For vaccines requiring reconstitution, remove label from both vials and affix both labels to the animal’s medical chart.

Using The Infovax-id® System

1.

Grasp the lower right hand corner of the tab at the arrow marked “Peel Here” between your thumb and forefinger (figure 1).

2.

Pull steadily at a slight upward angle until the top portion of the label is separated from the vial (figure 2).

3.

Place the label on the animal’s medical chart. Press down on the label to ensure adhesion.

GiardiaVax Caution

Store in the dark at 2° to 7°C (35° to 45°F). AVOID FREEZING. SHAKE WELL. In case of anaphylactoid reaction, administer epinephrine.

Thimerosal and gentamicin added as preservatives.

For Veterinary Use Only

© 2004 Fort Dodge Animal Health. All Rights Reserved.

GiardiaVax Caution

In the absence of a veterinarian-client-patient relationship, Federal law prohibits the relabeling, repackaging, resale, or redistribution of the individual contents of this package. (9 CFR Part 112.6)

Fort Dodge Animal Health, Fort Dodge, Iowa 50501 Usa

U.S. Vet. License No. 112

25 DOSES

25 - 1 mL Vials of Vaccine

8924

01104

2795D

Nac No.

10030926
FORT DODGE ANIMAL HEALTH
Division of Wyeth
235 E. 42ND ST., NEW YORK, NY, 10017
Telephone:   269-833-4000
Customer Service:   800-733-5500 and 800-793-0596
Veterinary Medical Investigations & Product Support:   800-366-5288
Technical Services (USA):   800-366-5288
Website:   http://pfizerah.com
Every effort has been made to ensure the accuracy of the GiardiaVax information published above. However, it remains the responsibility of the readers to familiarize themselves with the product information contained on the US product label or package insert.

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