Live R2B

Composition:

Each dose contains not less than 106 EID50 R2B strain, ND virus.

Indication:

A vaccine indicated for the revaccination of chickens against Newcastle Disease during their growth, specifically in areas with higher risk of velogenic Newcastle Disease.

Vaccination Program: 

  • The vaccination schedule can vary depending on incidence concentration of flock and epidemiology.
  • The first dose of the vaccine is recommended at 8 weeks of age or older.
  • It should be used as a booster vaccine after the B1 or LaSota vaccine.
  • It should also be used as a booster vaccination for replacement pullets between the ages of 16 to 18 weeks.
  • Vaccination Reaction: A common side-effect to the vaccine is lameness. Make sure the birds are comfortable with heat and ventilation while going through the reaction.

Administration:

This vaccine can be administered either by the Intramuscular or the Subcutaneous method.

Pack Size and Storage:

The vaccine is freeze dried (lyophilised) and 10 vials are packed per box. It is available in 100, 400, 1000 and 2500 doses per vial, with diluent. Protect the vaccine from light and store between 2°C and 8°C; do not freeze it.