What is IBR vaccine?
INDICATIONS: Bovi-Shield IBR is for vaccination of healthy, nonpregnant cattle to prevent respiratory disease caused by infectious bovine rhinotracheitis (IBR) virus. A duration of immunity of at least 9 months has been demonstrated.
How do I give IBR vaccine?
Calves from 3 months of age receive a 2 ml shot of Bovilis® IBR Marker Live into the muscle. In herds where IBR is widespread, a 2 ml shot can be administered up the nose from 2 weeks of age. 1 ml in either nostril.
Is IBR curable?
There is no specific treatment for IBR, secondary bacterial infections can be managed with antibiotics and animals with a high fever treated with non steroidal anti-inflammatories. Preventative vaccination of the remaining herd members may aid in minimising disease spread.
What causes IBR?
IBR is an acute, contagious respiratory disease of cattle caused by bovine herpesvirus type 1 (BHV-1), commonly affecting the respiratory tract and the reproductive system.
Do you vaccinate Bulls for IBR?
Because of the high prevalence of the disease, dairy and suckler farmers are advised to vaccinate against IBR with Bovilis® IBR Marker Live. Calves should get their first vaccination at three months of age, followed by a booster six months later and then annual vaccination.
How long does IBR vaccine take to work?
The use of marker vaccines is important in the differentiation of infected and vaccinated animals. Whole virus antibody ELISAs cannot differentiate between animals that were exposed to vaccine or field virus. gB ELISAs become positive approximately 3 weeks after exposure to either vaccine or field virus.
How long does it take for IBR to work?
Intranasal route take effect within 2-4 days, whereas intramuscular vaccines take around a week.
Does IBR cause pneumonia?
Infectious bovine rhinotracheitis (IBR) is a highly contagious respiratory disease. In serious cases, it can lead to pneumonia, particularly in calves. Between them, the diseases can have a significant impact on beef cattle’s long-term health, which in turn affects herd productivity and profitability.