Eryvac Vaccine

Eryvac Vaccine

• Eryvac® is registered for the control of Erysipelas arthritis in lambs and sheep.
• Erysipelas infection may result in damage to the joints of sheep leading to arthritis.
• Arthritis affects all the sheep producing regions; it is not restricted by geography.

Key benefits

• High level of disease protection for your flocks.
• Improves weaning percentages in flocks affected by Erysipelas arthritis.
• Reduces tail in sheep mobs affected by Erysipelas arthritis.
• Reduces abattoir condemnations due to Erysipelas arthritis.
• Registered for use in ewes from joining throughout pregnancy, including scanning
• Registered to be used in lambs from three weeks of age.

Recommendations for use

• Control of Erysipelothrix rhusiopathiae arthritis in all classes of sheep.
• For the control of erysipelas infection in sheep causing:
• Lameness and inability to stand and walk
• Issues with transport, not ‘fit to load’
• Reduced weight gain
• Losses through trim and condemnations at the abattoir
• Chronic arthritis caused by erysipelas leads to production losses due to poor body condition scores and reduced wool growth.

The Zoetis Advantage

• Eryvac vaccine controls erysipelas arthritis.
• Eryvac is produced using  Zoetis' Ultra- flitration  technology
• Ensures Vaccine remains of the highest quality by seeking ou and removing unwanted particles
• Enables the vaccine to generate a more targeted immune respons
• Delivers reliable protection within a convenient 1ml dose rate
• If you save 1 in 200 lambs from arthritis, a complete Eryvac program has paid for itself.1
• A complete Eryvac program has 3 dosess, 1 dose in ewes at pre-lambing, (2 doses in first year) and 2 lamb doses, one at marking and one at weaning.
• Eryvac can improve profits by up to $0.82/DSE in prime lamb flocks and $0.59/DSE in fine wool flocks.

Dosage

Dose rate: 1 mL for all classes of sheep.

Injection site: Vaccine should be administered subcutaneously using a shrouded vaccinator and a 6mm (¼ inch) 18 gauge needle on a 45mm degree angle on the side of the neck midway between the ear and the front of the shoulder.

Lambs need two doses:

• First ‘priming’ dose at marking;
• Second ‘booster’ dose at weaning.

Previously unvaccinated ewes need two doses:

• First ‘priming’ dose at the time of joining or scanning;
• Second ‘booster’ dose approximately 4 weeks before the expected date of lambing.

Other classes of previously unvaccinated sheep need two doses:

• First ‘priming’ dose;
• Second ‘booster’ dose approximately 4 weeks after.

Previously vaccinated sheep need ‘annual booster’ vaccinations:

• For ewes vaccinate 4 weeks before the expected date of lambing.
• This should pass temporary immunity to their lambs in the colostrum, or first milk, to protect them for the first 6 to 8 weeks of their lives.

Eryvac can be stored and used for up to 30 days after first opening if the following steps are taken:

• Unscrew the delivery tube from the vaccine pack
• Empty the delivery tube and vaccinator by depressing the plunger several times
• Disinfect the stopper with Methylated spirits
• Store the vaccine in this original cardboard carton and place in the refrigerator (2oC – 8oC). Do not freeze
• Use the remaining vaccine within 30 days
• Clean the delivery tube and draw off cap and sterilize by boiling in water for 10 minutes
• Before reuse disinfect the stopper with Methylated spirits

Applicator Recommendations

• Clean and maintain the vaccinator as outlined by the manufacturer daily.
• Do not use disinfectants at the site of vaccination or to clean the vaccinator or needle.
• Ensure the needle is sharp and not burred, replace often.

Storage

• Store at 2°C to 8°C (Refrigerate. Do not freeze.) Protect from light.
• Do not leave vaccine in the draw off tube or vaccinator after work day.

Additional Information

• Localised swelling may develop at the injection site and a firm nodular lump may persist for some weeks or even months.