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Nobilis Rismavac + CA126 Concentrate and Solvent for Suspension for Injection for Chickens

Active ingredients: Marek's disease virus, Turkey herpesvirus

Form

Injection

Species

Chickens

Manufacturer

Intervet International B.V.

VMD MA No.

06376/4125

What it's used for

Nobilis Rismavac + CA126 may be used for vaccination of day-old chicks and for in- ovo vaccination of 18 day embryonated eggs.

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Clinical information

Nobilis Rismavac + CA126 Concentrate and Solvent for Suspension for Injection for Chickens — SPC Details

Source: VMD Summary of Product Characteristics (SPC). Last updated 27 Mar 2026.

Nobilis Rismavac + CA126 may be used for vaccination of day-old chicks and for in-
ovo vaccination of 18 day embryonated eggs.
Inject 0.2 ml reconstituted vaccine to each bird subcutaneously in the neck or
intramuscularly in the leg using a 20g x 1/2" needle with an approved repeating
syringe or automatic vaccinator.
Equipment used for vaccination should be sterile and contain no traces of detergents
or disinfectants.
In ovo vaccination:
In ovo use.
Inject one dose of the reconstituted vaccine to each 18-day embryonated egg with an
appropriate automatic in ovo vaccinator. The actual volume per dose may depend on
the settings of the in ovo vaccination equipment. This should not be less than 50 µl or
more than 100 µl. Depending on the volume to be administered the vaccine should be
reconstituted according to the instructions below. The egg should be in an upright
position with the blunt side up.
Reconstitution:
The actual volume of solvent per dose needed for reconstitution of the vaccine may
depend on the number of doses per ampoule, the route of administration and for in
ovo on the settings of the vaccination equipment. In the table below the volume of
solvent per ampoule for the various dose-presentations, routes of administration and
settings of the in ovo equipment are given.
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Volume of solvent per ampoule
needed for reconstitution of the vaccine
Number of doses per
ampoule
sc / im
(0.2 ml per
dose)
in ovo
(0.05 ml per
dose)
in ovo
(0.1 ml per
dose)
1000 doses 200 ml50 ml100 ml2000 doses 400 ml100 ml200 ml4000 doses800 ml200 ml400 ml5000 doses1000 ml250 ml500 ml
After adding the contents of the ampoule to the solvent, the ready to use product is a
clear, red coloured suspension for injection.
Prior to reconstitution the vaccine is thawed. Great care should be taken - see 3.5
Special precautions for use. Remove one ampoule from the cane and immediately
replace the cane in the liquid nitrogen canister. Thaw the contents of the ampoule
rapidly by immersing in water at room temperature. Do not thaw in hot or ice-cold
water. Dry the ampoule and shake to disperse contents. After thawing open the
ampoule immediately and draw the entire contents into a sterile 5 - 10 ml syringe using
an 18 gauge needle to avoid rupturing the cells. Insert the needle through the stopper
of the solvent vial (which should be at room temperature) and draw up slowly a portion
of the solvent. Add the contents of the syringe to the remaining solvent. It is important
that this is done slowly, allowing the vaccine to run down the side of the bottle. Gently
shake the bottle as the vaccine is being mixed. Withdraw a portion of the vaccine and
use to rinse the ampoule. Inject the washing back in to the solvent vial. The
reconstituted vaccine must be handled gently and administered through wide gauge
needles to avoid rupturing the cells. Fill the sterilised repeating syringe/automatic
vaccinator according to the manufacturer’s instructions. The vial of reconstituted
vaccine should be kept in an ice bath when not being used.
None.
Chickens:
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None known.
Reporting adverse events is important. It allows continuous safety monitoring of a
veterinary medicinal product. Reports should be sent, preferably via a veterinarian, to
either the marketing authorisation holder or its local representative or the national
competent authority via the national reporting system. See the package leaflet for
respective contact details.
Vaccinate healthy animals only.

Special precautions for safe use in the target species:
The presence of maternal antibodies to Marek’s can affect the efficacy of the vaccine.
The vaccine viruses spread; care should be taken to prevent such spread in multi-age
sites.
A good immune response is reliant on the reaction of an immunogenic agent and a
fully competent immune system. Immunogenicity of the vaccine antigen will be
reduced by poor storage or inappropriate administration. Immunocompetence of the
animal may be compromised by a variety of factors including poor health, nutritional
status, genetic factors, concurrent drug therapy and stress.
Special precautions to be taken by the person administering the veterinary medicinal
product to animals:
The operator should be aware of the general precautions to be taken when handling
liquid nitrogen and/or material at very low temperature. Ampoules may explode on
sudden temperature changes; therefore the operator should protect himself with
thermal gloves and a visor. When removing an ampoule from a cane hold the palm of
a gloved hand away from body and face. After handling vaccine operators should
wash and disinfect hands with an approved disinfectant.
First aid treatment of frost bite injuries:
°C  1 ºC or use body heat. There will be considerable pain during warming, but this is
normal. Do not rub affected area, seek medical advice.
CAUTION: The ampoules have been known to explode on exposure to sudden
temperature changes. Do not thaw in hot water or ice-cold water. Thaw the ampoules
in clean water at 25 °C – 27 °C.
Special precautions for the protection of the environment:
Not applicable.
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 made on a case by case
basis.
There is evidence that some antibiotics may interfere with the performance of Marek’s
vaccines if mixed for administration.
Concentrate:
Store in liquid nitrogen at a temperature below  -150 ºC.
Thawed ampoules must not be refrozen.
Do not expose reconstituted vaccine to direct sunlight or heat.
Solvent:
Store below 30 °C.
Container:
Store liquid nitrogen container securely in an upright position in a clean, dry and well-
ventilated room separated from the hatching/chicken room.
Zero days.

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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