Dosage and Administration 

Dose Rate 

•         2 mL dose by subcutaneous injection.

USE ALL RECONSTITUTED PRODUCT IMMEDIATELY.

Primary vaccination: Cattle require an initial 2 ml dose subcutaneously. The second 2 ml subcutaneous dose can be effectively administered any time from 2 weeks up to 6 months later.

Cattle can be vaccinated from 6 months of age. Two doses of vaccine are required to produce long lasting immunity.

Booster vaccination: 2 ml annual booster dose is required for all cattle.

Additional Information 

• Equipment, syringes, needles used for vaccination must be clean, sterile and free of chemicals.
• After use, dismantle and wash in disinfectant such as household bleach (20ml in 500 ml water) then rinse in cold water. 

Withholding Period 

• Zero (0) days

Disposal

• Discarded vials/containers should immediately be placed in a designated and appropriately labelled 'biologicals' container. If this option is not available, bury the vial/container below 500 mm in a disposal pit specifically marked and set up for this purpose clear of waterways, desirable vegetation and roots.

Storage recommendations

• Ultravac BEF Vaccine must be stored between 2°C and 8°C (Refrigerate. Do Not Freeze). Protect from light.

Registered Label Warnings 

Side effects

Following vaccination with this product, a transient febrile response in animals may be observed. This response could contribute to a sudden drop in milk production by affected dairy cattle.

Safe Use Recommendations 

• Take care to avoid accidental self-injection
• Accidental self-administration may result in local bruising, pain and swelling. In the event-of self-administration, seek medical attention and show the package leaflet or the label, to the Medical Practitioner.

First Aid 

If poisoning occurs, contact a doctor or Poisons Information Centre. Phone Australia 13 1126.