Alpha™
The only single-dose vaccine for clostridial diseases with the option of pinkeye protection
Details
LPHA Advantage
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Proven protection against clostridial diseases.
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Available as both a three-way or seven-way clostridial, as well as in a combination of seven-way clostridia and Moraxella bovis (pinkeye).
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Unique DD-2™ adjuvant stimulates a strong immune response.
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BQA compliant for both low-dose and subcutaneous guidelines.
Features & Benefits
Alpha-7/MB-1®
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ALPHA-7/MB-1 is the only single-dose, seven-way clostridium vaccine with additional single-dose pinkeye protection.
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ALPHA-7/MB-1 is safe for use in all cattle.
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Formulated with DD-2™ adjuvant, a proprietary adjuvant system.
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Low-volume, 2-mL dose.
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Sub-Q administration.
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Alpha-7®
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ALPHA-7 is a single-dose, seven-way clostridium vaccine.
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ALPHA-7 is safe for use in all cattle.
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Formulated with DD-2™ adjuvant, a proprietary adjuvant system.
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Low-volume, 2-mL dose.
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Sub-Q administration.
Alpha-CD®
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ALPHA-CD is a single-dose Clostridium perfringens Types B, C and D.
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ALPHA-CD is safe for use in all cattle.
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Formulated with DD-2™ adjuvant, a proprietary adjuvant system.
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Low-volume, 2-mL dose.
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Sub-Q administration.
Dosage & Administration
Using aseptic technique, inject a single 2-mL dose subcutaneously. Calves vaccinated under 3 months of age should be revaccinated at weaning or 4–6 months of age. A 2-mL booster dose is recommended annually.
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Safety
Safety Information
Store at 35° – 45° F (2° – 7° C). Avoid freezing. Shake well before using. Use entire contents when first opened.
Do not vaccinate within 60 days of slaughter.
Swelling at the injection site may occur. Anaphylactoid reactions may occur.
Antidote: epinephrine.
Causes and Prevention of Overeating Disease
Any shift in environment can cause the bacteria in cattle digestive tracts to produce potent toxins. DL Step, DVM, Boehringer Ingelheim, lists ways producers can prevent overeating disease and other clostridial challenges on their operation.
Clinical Signs of Pinkeye
Calves infected with pinkeye can easily develop a corneal ulcer or even become blind if not treated promptly and effectively. Richard Linhart, DVM, Boehringer Ingelheim, discusses the clinical signs to watch for in your herd and pinkeye treatment options.
ALPHA-7®, ALPHA-7/MB-1®, and ALPHA-CD® are registered trademarks of Boehringer Ingelheim Vetmedica GmbH, used under license. ALPHA™ is a trademark of Boehringer Ingelheim Animal Health USA Inc. All other marks are property of their respective owners. ©2021 Boehringer Ingelheim Animal Health USA Inc., Duluth, GA. All Rights Reserved.
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