Forte V II (Canada)

This treatment applies to the following species:

Salmonids

Company: Merck Animal Health

Infectious Salmon Anaemia Virus Vaccine, Killed Virus, Aeromonas salmonicida, Vibrio anguillarum-ordalii-salmonicida Bacterin

For Veterinary Use Only

Contains formalin inactivated cultures of Infectious Salmon Anaemia Virus, Aeromonas salmonicida, Vibrio anguillarum serotypes I & II, Vibrio ordalii, and Vibrio salmonicida serotypes I & II in liquid emulsion with an oil based adjuvant. No other preservatives are used.

USES: As an aid in the prevention of infectious salmon anaemia, furunculosis, vibriosis, and cold water vibriosis by injection of healthy salmonids.

VACCINATION PROGRAM: This vaccine has been shown to be safe and effective when administered by intraperitoneal injection to salmonids 10 g or larger. It is recommended that vaccination should precede exposure of vaccinates to the disease agents by 600 degree-days (number of days multiplied by the mean water temperature [°C] during period). This product should be used as part of a comprehensive fish health program in consultation with a licensed veterinarian.

Dosage and Administration

Fish are anaesthetized to immobilize and administered a 0.05 mL injection intraperitoneally one fin length ahead of the pelvic fins along the midline. Allowing the vaccine to warm to room temperature (15-20°C, 59-68°F) may facilitate injection. Withhold food from fish for 48 hours prior to vaccination.

Forte V II Caution

1. Mix well before use. Do not mix with other products.

2. Store in original container at 2-8°C (35-46°F). DO NOT FREEZE.

3. Use entire contents when first opened.

4. Vaccinate healthy fish only.

5. Do not vaccinate within 60 days of slaughter.

6. If accidental injection of the operator occurs, the operator should seek medical attention immediately.

7. Dispose of any unused product according to local waste disposal regulations and/or requirements.

Manufacturer: Intervet Canada Corp., Charlottetown PE Canada

Can. Vet. Biol. Est. Lic. No. 40

1 866 683-7838

^®Intervet International B.V. used under license.

500 mL (10,000 doses)

226044 R2

CPN: 1208346.0

MERCK ANIMAL HEALTH
Intervet Canada Corp.
16750 ROUTE TRANSCANADIENNE, KIRKLAND, QC, H9H 4M7

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