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Colombovac 50 Dose
A suspension for injection designed specifically for racing and show pigeons to protect against Paramyxovirus (Newcastle Disease).

Key Points

• Mandatory for racing pigeons: Vaccination is required before participation in races.
• Safer formulation: Water-based vaccine, offering a safer alternative to oil-based options.
• Available sizes: Also offered as Colombovac Paramyxo Pigeon Vaccine (100 doses).
• Dose per pigeon: 0.2 ml.
• Record-keeping: Supplied with a vaccine record card.

Composition

• Inactivated Newcastle Disease Virus: Strain La Sota. Each 0.2 ml dose induces a GMT-HI titre of at least 27.0 in chicks.
• Adjuvant: 1 mg Carbomer 934 P.
• Preservative: 20 µg Thiomersal.

Uses

Provides active immunisation for pigeons, preventing mortality and clinical symptoms caused by Paramyxovirus Type 1 infection.

• Onset of protection: 1 month post-vaccination.
• Duration of immunity: 12 months.

Dosage and Administration

• Single dose: 0.2 ml per pigeon.
• Administration: Subcutaneous injection into the dorsal neck region. Shake the vial thoroughly before use.

Primary Vaccination

• Racing pigeons: Vaccinate all birds in the loft annually, at least 14 days before the racing season begins. Young birds can be vaccinated from 3 weeks of age. Immunity lasts for 1 year.
• Show pigeons: Vaccinate all birds annually, at least 14 days before the show season starts. Young birds can be vaccinated from 3 weeks of age.

Booster Vaccination

• Administer an annual booster dose for both racing and show pigeons.
• Timing may be adjusted to avoid interference with racing or show schedules.

Contraindications and Warnings

• For animal treatment only.
• Do not vaccinate:
  • Sick pigeons.
  • Birds within 2 weeks prior to mating.
  • Birds in lay or within 4 weeks of the laying period.
• Safe for breeding birds if vaccinated before the breeding period.

Important Notes

• Avoid using other vaccines within 14 days before or after administering Colombovac.
• Do not mix with other vaccines or immunological products.

Adverse Reactions

• Less than 1% may experience mild, temporary swelling at the injection site.
• Overdoses can cause more pronounced local reactions.
• Report any unusual side effects to your veterinary surgeon.

Special Warnings

• Injection caution: Subcutaneous only. Intramuscular injection can cause severe reactions.
• Maternally Derived Antibody (MDA): May interfere with immunity development. Plan vaccination accordingly if parent birds have high antibody levels.
• Hygiene and isolation:
  • Prevent visitors with contact to unvaccinated pigeons from accessing the loft.
  • Quarantine new birds for 14 days post-vaccination.
• Virus spread: Infected birds can shed the virus before symptoms appear. Maintain strict hygiene to avoid indirect transmission via clothing, equipment, or transport.

Accidental Self-Injection

Seek immediate medical attention. Provide the package leaflet to the physician.

Withdrawal Period

• Zero days.

Pharmaceutical Precautions

• Storage: Refrigerate at 2°C to 8°C. Do not freeze. Protect from light.
• Use the entire vial once opened.
• Keep out of reach of children.
• Do not use after the expiry date.

Legal Category

• POM-VPS (Prescription Only Medicine – Veterinarian, Pharmacist, Suitably Qualif