Merck Prestige® 2 (1 mL Syringe Dose)

Merck

PRESTIGE flu-containing equine vaccines provide the most updated flu strains available.

Formulated to minimize reactions and maximize protection
Advanced filtration process through the Antigen Purification System (APS™)

Exceptional safety profile with the exclusive Havlogen^® Adjuvant
A combination of inactivated, concentrated, adjuvanted, tissue culture origin equine herpesvirus types 1 and 4 (EHV-1 and EHV-4) and equine influenza virus type H3N8 strains EIV A/eq/Florida/RW/13, EIV A/Equine 2/Kentucky/02 American, EIV A/eq/Richmond/1/07.

Indications

This product has been shown to be effective for the vaccination of healthy horses 6 months of age or older against equine influenza (EIV), equine herpesvirus type 1 (EHV-1) and equine herpesvirus type 4 (EHV-4). Duration of immunity has been shown at 6 months for EIV. Duration of immunity for EHV-1 and EHV-4 has not been established. For more information regarding safety and efficacy data, go to productdata.aphis.usda.gov. This product has been shown to be effective against virus shedding of EIV and EHV-1.

Administration

Dose

For primary vaccination aseptically administer 1 mL intramuscularly, repeat with a single dose in 3 – 4 weeks. Historically, annual revaccination with this product has been recommended. The need for this booster has not been established. The presence of maternal antibody is known to interfere with the development of active immunity in foals and additional boosters will be required in most young animals. For more information on revaccination frequency, consult your veterinarian.

Caution

Store at 2°-8°C (35°-46°F). Shake well before using. Use entire contents when first opened. Do not mix with other products. This product has not been tested in pregnant animals. Do not vaccinate within 21 days before slaughter. Inject deep into the muscle only. Local reactions may occur at the injection sites in vaccinates, and most of these reactions resolve in 3 to 7 days following vaccination. Systemic reactions may also occur in animals following vaccination. If allergic reaction occurs, treat with epinephrine. Care should be used to avoid injecting your own fingers, hands, or other body parts. Accidental injection can cause serious local reactions. In case of human exposure, contact a physician.
ANTIBIOTIC: Gentamicin.
PRESERVATIVE: Thimerosal.
FOR ANIMAL USE ONLY