BOTVAX® B
Neogen
CLOSTRIDIUM BOTULINUM TYPE B TOXOID

Purified botulinum type B toxoid aluminum phosphate adsorbed. Preservative: 0.01% Thimerosal. Contains no more than 0.2% formaldehyde as inactivating solution.

INDICATIONS:
BotVax B is for the prevention of equine botulism due to Clostridium botulinum Type B in healthy horses.

DOSAGE:
Inject 2.0 mL intramuscularly at monthly intervals for a total of 3 doses. Booster annually with a single 2.0 mL intramuscular dose.
Research has demonstrated that pregnant mares immunized during the third trimester of gestation with the third dose (booster) given 2 - 4 weeks before parturition respond with antibody. This antibody is concentrated in colostrum and results in significant passively acquired antibody in normal sulking foals.

ADMINISTRATION:
Inject intramuscularly using aseptic technique. Shake well before use.

CAUTIONS:
Transitory local reactions at the injection site such as heat and minor swelling may occur. Anaphylactoid reactions may occur. Epinephrine is antidotal. Store at 2 - 7°C (35 - 45°F). Do not freeze. Use the entire contents when opened.
Do not vaccinate food producing animals within 21 days of slaughter.

Prescription items are NON-RETURNABLE and NON-REFUNDABLE