PM-Onevax-C is a live bacterial vaccine containing the mild avirulent PM-1 strain of Pasteurella multocida, used to protect chickens and turkeys against fowl cholera. It is administered by wing web stab and is designed to give strong protection with a milder reaction than older cholera vaccine strains.Key Uses Aid in the prevention of fowl cholera (pasteurellosis) due to Pasteurella multocida Chickens are vaccinated at 10 to 12 weeks of age by wing web stab Turkey breeders are vaccinated at 15 to 18 weeks of age, after prior oral vaccination Offers strong protection against naturally occurring field strains of P. multocida Designed as a temperature sensitive mutant that will not revert to virulence Administration NotesDo not give antibacterial drugs for 3 days before or 5 days after vaccination, and vaccinate only healthy birds. Merck's label lists a 21 day pre-slaughter interval; confirm current withdrawal guidance with your veterinarian.
