What is Rispoval used for?
For active immunisation of cattle against Infectious Bovine Rhinotracheitis (IBR), to reduce the clinical signs and virus shedding and, in female cattle, to prevent abortions associated with BoHV-1 infection.
Where do you inject IBR?
In herds where IBR is widespread, a 2 ml shot can be administered up the nose from 2 weeks of age. 1 ml in either nostril.
What is Rispoval IntraNasal?
Rispoval RS+Pi3 IntraNasal is a convenient vaccine which protects cattle of all ages against 2 of the most common causes of virus pneumonia. RSV and Pi3 are recognised as two of the most important viruses in calf pneumonia disease.
How do you give Rispoval intranasal?
Dosage & Administration A single dose of 2ml of reconstituted vaccine should be given intranasally using the intranasal applicators provided to cattle from the age of 9 days. It is recommended to change applicators between animals to avoid transmitting infectious organisms.
How is IBR treated in cattle?
The most appropriate treatment is antibiotic therapy designed to control secondary bacterial infection. Management practices designed to reduce stress, isolate infected animals, and provide adequate food and water will limit disease transmission and severity.
How long does IBR vaccine take to work?
This usually occurs from four to six months of age. The vaccines are either intranasal or intramuscular and usually cover other infectious causes of pneumonia. Vaccination strategies are important as full protection is usually achieved up to 3 weeks after injection.
When should a cow be vaccinated for IBR?
Calves from 2 weeks of age to 3 months of age should receive a single dose of Rispoval IBR-Marker live by intranasal appplication with a follow up dose intramuscularly at 3 months of age. Animals at immediate risk of IBR should be vaccinated intranasally with a follow up dose intramuscularly.
How do you treat IBR in cattle?
There is no specific treatment for IBR, secondary bacterial infections can be managed with antibiotics and animals with a high fever treated with non steroidal anti-inflammatories. Preventative vaccination of the remaining herd members may aid in minimising disease spread.
How do you mix intranasal Rispoval?
Rispoval RS+PI3 Intranasal 1Inject 10 ml of the liquid fraction on the lyophilised plug in the freeze dried vial. 2Shake well and extract the reconstituted lyophilised fraction from the freeze dried vial and mix with the liquid fraction in the liquid fraction vial. Shake well before use.
When should a calf be vaccinated for pneumonia?
Vaccines can help you prevent pneumonia on your farm. It is important to protect against both viral and bacterial pneumonia. Calves can be vaccinated from two weeks of age. The vaccination program is two shots four weeks apart.
Can cattle recover from IBR?
IBR is endemic in the UK with around 40% of cattle having been exposed to the virus in the past. Infected cattle develop a latent infection once recovered from the initial infection and despite appearing clinically normal may suffer recrudescence of disease when under stress.