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Description

Lysigin® is a lysed culture of highly antigenic polyvalent somatic antigen containing phage types I, II, III, IV and miscellaneous groups of Staph aureus.


Features

  • Extensively tested in controlled studies and in field studies.
  • Contains five different phage types of Staph aureus.
  • Includes capsular serotypes 5, 8, 336.


Benefits

  • Up to three times higher spontaneous cure rates over cows receiving no vaccine.
  • Reduces chronicity of infection when a vaccination program starts at an early age.
  • Allows cows opportunity to reach their genetic potential for milk production.
  • Reduces culling.


Advantages

Lysigin is produced from five phage types of Staph aureus and includes capsular serotypes 5, 8, 336.


Dosage & Administration

Using aseptic technique inject a single 5 mL dose IM in cattle. Repeat in 14 days. Follow with a single 5 mL booster dose each 5 to 6 months. Start vaccinating all heifers at 6 months of age.


Precautions

Store out of direct sunlight at a temperature between 35° - 45° F (2° - 7° C). Avoid freezing. Shake well before using. Use entire contents when first opened. Do not vaccinate within 21 days before slaughter. Anaphylactoid reactions may occur.

Antidote: Epinephrine.


Uses

Lysigin is recommended for vaccination of healthy, susceptible cattle against mastitis caused by Staph aureus.


Highlights

  • Contains five different phage types of Staph aureus.
  • Includes capsular serotypes 5, 8, 336.
  • Efficacy tested and proved in controlled and field studies.


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