Colombovac PMV Pigeon Vaccine – 50 Dose

A water-based injectable vaccine for racing and show pigeons against Paramyxovirus (Newcastle Disease).

Key Points

• Mandatory vaccination for racing pigeons before racing.

• Water-based vaccine → safer than oil-based alternatives.

• Also available in 100-dose pack.

• One dose = 0.2 ml per pigeon.

• Supplied with a vaccine record card.

Contents

• Active substance: Inactivated Newcastle Disease Virus (strain La Sota).

• Adjuvant: 1 mg Carbomer 934 P.

• Preservative: 20 µg Thiomersal.

• Each 0.2 ml dose induces a GMT-HI titre of at least 27.0 in chicks.

Uses

• For the active immunisation of pigeons to prevent mortality and clinical signs of Paramyxovirus type 1 infection.

• Onset of protection: 1 month after vaccination.

• Duration of protection: 12 months.

Dosage & Administration

• One dose (0.2 ml) per pigeon.

• Administer subcutaneously in the back of the neck (towards the back).

• Swirl vial gently before use.

Vaccination Schedule

Primary Vaccination

• Racing pigeons: Annually, ≥14 days before racing season. Young birds: from 3 weeks of age.

• Show pigeons: Annually, ≥14 days before show season. Young birds: from 3 weeks of age.

• After vaccination → avoid contact with outside pigeons for 14 days.

Booster Vaccination

• All adult pigeons require a booster annually.

• May be given earlier if it would otherwise interfere with training/racing/show schedules.

Contraindications & Warnings

• For animal treatment only.

• Do not use in unhealthy pigeons.

• Do not vaccinate:

  • within 2 weeks before mating,

  • during lay,

  • within 4 weeks before the onset of lay.

• Safe for breeding birds if given before breeding season.

• Do not mix with other vaccines or give within 14 days of another vaccine.

• Not for intramuscular injection – causes severe reactions.

• High maternal antibodies may reduce effectiveness → time vaccination accordingly.

Adverse Reactions

• Rare (<1%): small, temporary swelling at injection site.

• Overdose may increase swelling.

• Hypersensitivity → treat immediately with glucocorticoid IV or adrenaline IM.

Disease Transmission Notes

• Pigeon paramyxovirus incubation: a few days to weeks.

• Infected pigeons can shed virus 3–4 days after infection, often before showing symptoms.

• Virus can be shed up to 6 weeks → strict biosecurity needed.

• Owners should restrict loft visitors and only introduce vaccinated new birds (≥14 days post-vaccination).

Pharmaceutical Precautions

• Store refrigerated: +2°C to +8°C.

• Do not freeze. Protect from light.

• Use entire vial after opening.

• Keep out of reach of children.

• Observe expiry date on label.

Withdrawal Period

• Zero days.

Legal Category

• POM-VPS (Prescription Only Medicine – Veterinarian, Pharmacist, Suitably Qualified Person).

⚠️ Accidental self-injection: Seek medical attention immediately and show the product leaflet/label to a doctor.