PotomacGuard (Canada)
This page contains information on PotomacGuard for veterinary use.The information provided typically includes the following:
- PotomacGuard Indications
- Warnings and cautions for PotomacGuard
- Direction and dosage information for PotomacGuard
Potomacguard
This treatment applies to the following species:Ehrlichia Risticii Bacterin
PotomacGuard Indications
For vaccination of healthy horses as an aid in the prevention of Potomac horse fever.Dose
Horses, inject one 1 mL dose intramuscularly using aseptic technique. Administer a second 1 mL dose 3 to 4 weeks after the first dose. Revaccinate annually using one 1 mL dose. To ensure proper placement and retention of the vaccine, inject deep into the heavy muscles of the hind quarter. Mild exercise to promote absorption is recommended for one week after injection.PotomacGuard Caution
Store in the dark at 2° to 7°C. (35° to 45°F). Avoid freezing. Shake well. Use entire contents when first opened. In some instances, transient local reactions may occur at the injection site. Do not vaccinate within 21 days before slaughter. In case of anaphylactoid reaction, administer epinephrine.Formalin, thimerosal, neomycin, polymyxin B and amphotericin B added as preservatives.
For Veterinary Use Only
Manufactured by Fort Dodge Animal Health, Fort Dodge, Iowa 50501 U.S.A.
U.S. Vet. License No. 112
Distributed in Canada by Wyeth Animal Health, Division of Wyeth Canada, Guelph, Ontario, Canada
Trademarks used under license
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10 mL |
10 Doses |
C2663C |
Nac No.
1198398117,300 TRANS-CANADA HIGHWAY, KIRKLAND, QC, H9J 2M5
| Order Desk: | 800-663-8888 | |
| Technical Services Canada: | 800-461-0917 | |
| Technical Services USA: | 800-366-5288 | |
| Website: | www.zoetis.ca |
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