Alpha-7

Company: Boehringer Ingelheim

Clostridium Chauvoei-Septicum-Novyi-Sordellii-Perfringens Types C & D Bacterin-Toxoid

Alpha-7 Indications

Alpha-7™ bacterin-toxoid is recommended for the vaccination of healthy susceptible cattle, including bred and/or lactating beef and dairy cattle, against disease caused by Clostridium chauvoei, Cl. septicum, Cl. novyi, Cl. sordellii and Cl. perfringens Types C and D. Immunity may be provided against the beta and epsilon toxins elaborated by Clostridium perfringens Type B. This immunity is derived from the combination of Type C (beta) and Type D (epsilon) fractions.

Composition

Alpha-7 bacterin-toxoid is prepared from chemically inactivated cultures of the above organisms with a special oil adjuvant to maximize immune response. Contains gentamicin as a preservative.

Dosage: Using aseptic technique, inject a single 2 mL dose subcutaneously. A 2 mL booster dose is recommended annually. Calves vaccinated under 3 months of age should be vaccinated at weaning or 4-6 months of age.

Precautions

Store at 35°-45°F (2°-7°C). Avoid freezing. Shake well before using. Use entire contents when first opened. Do not vaccinate within 60 days of slaughter. Swelling at the injection site may occur. Anaphylactoid reactions may occur. Antidote: Epinephrine.

Warning

Animal inoculation only. Accidental injection to humans can cause serious local reactions. Contact a physician immediately if accidental injection occurs.

Boehringer Ingelheim Vetmedica, Inc., St. Joseph, Missouri 64506 U.S.A.

U.S. Veterinary License No. 124

CPN: 1028003.2