Galaxy D (Canada)

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Galaxy D Indications
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Galaxy D

This treatment applies to the following species:

Dogs

Manufacturer: Schering-Plough

Canine Distemper Vaccine

MODIFIED LIVE VIRUS

For veterinary use in dogs only

Product Description

Galaxy™ D vaccine is a modified live virus vaccine for the vaccination of healthy dogs as an aid in the prevention of disease caused by canine distemper.

Galaxy D Dosage And Administration

Transfer contents of the sterile diluent vial to the Galaxy D vial aseptically. Mix gently until dissolved. Use entire contents immediately after rehydration.

Inject one dose (1 mL) subcutaneously or intramuscularly. The initial dose is given at 6 weeks of age or older. Repeat at 2 to 4 week intervals until the dog is 12 weeks of age. A minimum of two doses is required for primary immunization. Annual revaccination with one dose is recommended.

Precautions

- Store at 2°- 7°C.

- Do not freeze.

- Do not mix with other vaccines.

- Use new, non-chemically sterilized needles and syringes.

- Burn vaccine container and all unused contents.

WARNINGS:

- Contains gentamicin as a preservative.

- Vaccinate only healthy, non-parasitized dogs.

- Do not vaccinate pregnant bitches.

- The use of a biological product may produce anaphylaxis and/or other inflammatory immune-mediated hypersensitivity reactions.

Antidote

Epinephrine, corticosteroids, and antihistamines may all be indicated depending on the nature and severity of the reaction.

U.S. Veterinary License No. 165A

Schering-Plough Animal Health Corporation, Omaha, NE 68103 USA

1 800 224-5318 (USA)

1 888 306-0069 (Canada)

™ Trademark of Schering-Plough Canada Inc.

25x1 DOSE

P22002-12

Nac No.

12080393

INTERVET/SCHERING-PLOUGH ANIMAL HEALTH
Intervet Canada Corp.
16750 ROUTE TRANSCANADIENNE, KIRKLAND, QC, H9H 4M7

Order Desk:		514-428-7013
Toll-Free:		866-683-7838
Fax:		Toll-free 888-498-4444; local 514-428-7014
Website:		www.intervet.com

Every effort has been made to ensure the accuracy of the Galaxy D information published above. However, it remains the responsibility of the readers to familiarize themselves with the product information contained on the Canadian product label or package insert.

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