Equine POTOMAVAC is a liquid suspension of inactivated Ehrlichia risticii. Safety and efficacy of this product have been demonstrated in controlled vaccination challenge tests and in thorough field evaluations. See the AKCRx
Horse Vaccine Chart to find out which vaccine is right for your horse.
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What is Equine Potomavac 5 x 1 Dose (1 ml )?
The EQUINE POTOMAVAC® vaccine is a liquid suspension of inactivated Ehrlichia risticii recommended for the vaccination of healthy horses as an aid in the prevention of Potomac Horse Fever (equine monocytic ehrlichiosis) caused by E. risticii.
Who is Equine Potomavac 5 x 1 Dose (1 ml ) for?
Horses 3 months or older
Why use Equine Potomavac 5 x 1 Dose (1 ml )?
- Protect healthy horses from Potomac Horse Fever (PHF) caused by E. risticii.
- Shown to be 100% effective in protecting against mortality.
- Shown to be 86% effective against PHF.
How does Equine Potomavac 5 x 1 Dose (1 ml ) work?
EQUINE POTOMAVAC® vaccine is a liquid suspension of inactivated Ehrlichia risticii. When adminitered to healthy horses this triggers and immune response to aid in the protection of Potomac Horse Fever (equine monocytic ehrlichiosis) caused by E. risticii.
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EQUINE POTOMAVAC® is a liquid suspension of inactivated Ehrlichia risticii.
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What are the side effects of Equine Potomavac 5 x 1 Dose (1 ml )?
In rare instances, administration of vaccines may cause lethargy, fever, and inflammatory or hypersensitivity types of reactions. Treatment may include antihistamines, anti-inflammatories, and/or epinephrine.
What special precautions are there?
Safety and efficacy of this product have been demonstrated in controlled vaccination challenge tests and in thorough field evaluations. Vaccinating animals whose immune response is compromised by stress, disease, etc. may not produce the desired results.
After the primary vaccination and booster, annual revaccination is recommended. Speak with your vet about your horses vaccination schedule.
Contact your nearest emergency animal hospital.
How can I store Equine Potomavac 5 x 1 Dose (1 ml )?
Store at 2-7°C (35-45°F). Do not freeze. Use entire contents when first opened. Shake well before using.
Potomac horse fever (PHF) is a disease affecting horses and is best known for its gastrointestinal signs such as enteritis and diarrhea. This diseases is caused by E. risticii & Neorickettsia risticii, organisms that live inside several different cells of the equine body. This disease is also referred to as equine monocytic ehrlichiosis, or equine ehrlichial colitis.
DOSAGE: For primary vaccination, aseptically inject 1 mL (1 dose) intramuscularly into healthy horses 3 months of age or older. Revaccinate with a second 1 mL dose 3 to 4 weeks later. Revaccinate annually with a single 1 mL dose.
EQUINE POTOMAVAC is a liquid suspension of inactivated Ehrlichia risticii
