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Covexin 8
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Covexin 8

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Product Description
Covexin 8 Protects sheep and cattle against 7-way blackleg plus tetanus. For the vaccination of healthy cattle and sheep against diseases caused by Clostridium chauvoei, Cl. septicum, Cl. novyi Type B, Cl. haemolyticum (known elsewhere as Cl. novyi Type D), Cl. tetani and Cl. perfringens Types C and D.

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What is Covexin 8?
Covexin 8 Protects sheep and cattle against 7-way blackleg plus tetanus.
Who is Covexin 8 for?
Livestock (Cattle & Sheep)
Why use Covexin 8?
-For the vaccination of healthy cattle and sheep against diseases caused by Clostridium chauvoei, Cl. septicum, Cl. novyi Type B, Cl. haemolyticum (known elsewhere as Cl. novyi Type D), Cl. tetani and Cl. perfringens Types C and D.
Manufacturer:
Merck Animal Health.
Active Ingredients(s):
CLOSTRIDIUM CHAUVOEI-SEPTICUM-HAEMOLYTICUM-NOVYI-TETANI-PERFRINGENS TYPES C & D BACTERIN-TOXOID
How is Covexin 8 sold?
10 ds vial 50 ds vial
What are the side effects of Covexin 8?
No known side effects
What special precautions are there?
Keep away from children and animals
What to do if overdose?
In case of overdose contact your nearest pet hospital. You may also contact Merck Animal Health Pharmacovigilance: Livestock Technical Services, 800-211-3573
How can I store Covexin 8?
Store at 35°-45°F (2°-7°C). Protect from freezing. Use entire contents when first opened. Do not vaccinate within 21 days before slaughter. Anaphylactic reactions may occur following use.
Overview
Shake well. Using aseptic technique
 
Cattle dosage: Inject 5 mL subcutaneously or intramuscularly, repeated in 6 weeks. Revaccinate annually with 5 mL prior to periods of extreme risk or parturition. For animals subject to reexposure to Cl. novyi Type B and Cl. haemolyticum repeat the dose every 5 to 6 months. For Cl. perfringens Types B, C and D, revaccinate two weeks prior to parturition, introduction to lush pastures or finishing programs. Calves vaccinated under 3 months of age should be revaccinated at weaning or 4 to 6 months of age.
 
Sheep dosage: Inject 5 mL subcutaneously followed by a 2 mL dose in 6 weeks. Revaccinate annually with 2 mL prior to periods of extreme risk or parturition. For Cl. novyi and Cl. haemolyticum, revaccinate every 5 to 6 months. Vaccination should be scheduled so that pregnant ewes receive their second vaccination or annual booster 2 to 6 weeks before lambing commences in the flock. Lambs should be given their primary course beginning at 10 to 12 weeks of age.
Main Ingredients
CLOSTRIDIUM CHAUVOEI-SEPTICUM-HAEMOLYTICUM-NOVYI-TETANI-PERFRINGENS TYPES C & D BACTERIN-TOXOID

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