Freeze-dried, live attenuated Rift Valley fever virus (Smithburn strain) for the immunisation of cattle, sheep
and goats against Rift Valley fever.

Store the vaccine in a refrigerator at a temperature of 4 °C to 8 °C.
Do not use after the expiry date printed on the bottle.

RECOMMENDATIONS FOR USE
Animals can be vaccinated at any age except that lambs, calves and kids from immune animals should
not be inoculated before they are six months old because maternal antibodies may block the vaccine
response. This disease occurs during the late summer and autumn and it is, therefore best to inoculate
susceptible animals during spring, three to six weeks before the mating season. Where possible, breeding should also be arranged so that ewes lamb from February to April to ensure that lambs will be adequately protected by maternal antibodies during the time of the year that this disease occurs.

WARNINGS
Do not slaughter animals for human consumption within 7 days of vaccination.
Vaccinate healthy animals only.
Keep out of reach of children, uninformed persons and animals.
Under normal circumstances pregnant animals should not be inoculated with this vaccine as it
can cause abortion or foetal malformation in a small percentage of animals, particularly sheep.
Although this product has been extensively tested under a large variety of conditions, failure
thereof may ensue as a result of a wide range of seasons. If this is suspected, seek veterinary
advice and notify the registration holder.

DIRECTIONS FOR USE
Use only as directed.
Sterilise syringes and needles by boiling in water for at least 15 minutes. Do not use disinfectants or
methylated spirits for sterilising either needles or syringes.
The active ingredient of the vaccine is in the form of a powder or pellet in a small bottle. By means of
a sterile syringe, transfer 5 ml diluent to the bottle containing the freeze-dried vaccine. Mix thoroughly
until the powder is dissolved. Transfer the suspension back to the remaining diluent and again mix well.
The vaccine is now ready for use and must be injected without delay. Avoid exposure to high temperatures
and direct sunlight during inoculation. Shake the bottle before filling the syringe. Use a separate needle
for each animal, particularly during outbreaks of the disease.

DOSAGE:
Cattle, sheep and goats: 1 ml subcutaneously

EFFECTS OF THE VACCINE
A slight febrile reaction may occur on the second to fourth day following inoculation but subsides rapidly.
Full immunity is obtained three weeks after inoculation. A single inoculation usually produces a life long
immunity but all animals will not necessarily be completely protected.

PACKING
Available in bottles of 100 doses.