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CANIXIN DHPPi/L Lyophilisate and Suspension for Suspension for Injection for Dogs

Active ingredients: Canine adenovirus, Canine distemper virus, Canine parainfluenza virus, Canine parvovirus, Leptospira canicola, Leptospira icterohaemorrhagiae

Form

Injection

Species

Dogs

Manufacturer

Virbac

VMD MA No.

05653/5054

What it's used for

For active immunisation of dogs from 8 weeks of age to: - - - parvovirus in challenge studies performed with a CPV-2b strain; - challenge study performed w...

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Clinical information

CANIXIN DHPPi/L Lyophilisate and Suspension for Suspension for Injection for Dogs — SPC Details

Source: VMD Summary of Product Characteristics (SPC). Last updated 18 Mar 2026.

For active immunisation of dogs from 8 weeks of age to:
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parvovirus in challenge studies performed with a CPV-2b strain;
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challenge study performed with a CPV-2c strain;
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parainfluenza virus and canine adenovirus type 2;
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lesions and urine shedding of L.Canicola;
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Icterohaemorrhagiae;
Onset of immunity:
The onset of immunity has been demonstrated from 3 weeks after the primary
vaccination for CDV, CAV-2 and CPV, 4 weeks for CAV-1 and CPiV, 5 weeks for
Canicola and 2 weeks for Icterohaemorrhagiae.
Duration of immunity:
After the primary vaccination course, the duration of immunity lasts for one year for
all components.
In the duration of immunity studies one year after the basic vaccination scheme there
was no significant difference between vaccinated and control dogs in viral excretion
for CPiV and CAV-2, in reduction of kidney colonisation for
Icterohaemorrhagiae, nor in renal lesions and urine shedding for L. Canicola.
After the annual booster, the duration of immunity lasts for 3 years for CDV, CAV-1,
CAV-2 and CPV.
For CAV-2, the duration of immunity after the annual booster was not established by
challenge, and is based on the presence of CAV-2 antibodies 3 years after the
booster vaccination.
After reconstitution of the lyophilisate with the solvent, shake gently and
administer immediately one dose of 1 ml subcutaneously according to the
following vaccination schedule:
Primary vaccination course :
- first injection from 8 weeks of age
- second injection 3 or 4 weeks later.
Maternally derived antibodies may in some cases influence the immune
response to vaccination. In such cases, a third injection is recommended from
15 weeks of age.
Re-vaccinations:
One booster injection of a single dose should be given one year after the
primary vaccination course.
Subsequent vaccinations are carried out at intervals of up to three years.
Annual revaccination is required for CPiV and Leptospira components,
therefore a single dose of the Virbac vaccine against Canine Parainfluenza
virus and Leptospira can be used annually.
The appearance of the reconstituted product is slightly pinkish beige.
None.
A transient swelling (≤ 4 cm) or slight diffuse local oedema in rare cases associated
with pain or pruritus was commonly observed in safety studies. Any such local
reaction resolves spontaneously within 1 to 2 weeks.
Some transient post-vaccinal lethargic states were commonly observed in clinical
studies.
Transient hyperthermia or digestive disturbances such as anorexia, diarrhoea or
vomiting were rarely observed from spontaneous reports.
Hypersensitivity reactions (e.g. anaphylaxis, skin manifestations such as
oedema/swelling, erythema, pruritus) have been reported in very rare cases from
spontaneous reports. In case of such an allergic or anaphylactic reaction,
appropriate symptomatic treatment should be administered.
The frequency of adverse reactions is defined using the following convention:
- very common (more than 1 in 10 animals treated displaying adverse reaction(s)
- common (more than 1 but less than 10 animals in 100 animals treated)
- uncommon (more than 1 but less than 10 animals in 1,000 animals treated )
- rare (more than 1 but less than 10 animals in 10,000 animals treated)
- very rare (less than 1 animal in 10,000 animals treated, including isolated reports)
Vaccinate healthy animals only.
The presence of maternally derived antibodies (puppies from vaccinated females)
may in some cases interfere with the vaccination. Therefore the vaccination scheme
should be adapted accordingly (see section 4.9).

Revised: March 2024
Divergence from NI MA following AN: 00801/2023

Special precautions for use in animals
After vaccination the live viral vaccinal strains (CAV-2, CPV) can be spread to
unvaccinated animals without any pathological effect for these in-contact animals.
Special precautions to be taken by the person administering the veterinary medicinal
product to animals
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the package leaflet or the label to the physician.
No information is available on the safety and efficacy of this vaccine when used with
any other veterinary medicinal product. A decision to use this vaccine before or after
any other veterinary medicinal product therefore needs to be decided on a case by
case basis.

Revised: March 2024
Divergence from NI MA following AN: 00801/2023
Store and transport refrigerated (2°C – 8°C)
Protect from light
Do not freeze
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This information is sourced from the official Summary of Product Characteristics (SPC) published by the Veterinary Medicines Directorate (VMD). It is provided for informational purposes only and does not replace professional veterinary advice. Always consult your vet before administering any medication.

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