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Nobivac FeLV, Suspension for Injection for Cats

Active ingredient: Feline leukemia virus

Form

Injection

Species

Cats

Manufacturer

Virbac

VMD MA No.

05653/4059

What it's used for

 viraemia and any associated clinical signs of the feline leucosis.  protection lasts one year after the primo-vaccination.  Following a first booster v...

Full indications, dosage and side effects ↓
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Clinical information

Nobivac FeLV, Suspension for Injection for Cats — SPC Details

Source: VMD Summary of Product Characteristics (SPC). Last updated 26 Mar 2026.


viraemia and any associated clinical signs of the feline leucosis.

protection lasts one year after the primo-vaccination.
 Following a first booster vaccination one year after the primary vaccination course, a
duration of immunity of 3 years has been demonstrated.
Shake the vial gently before use. Administer via
of Nobivac FeLV according to the following regimen of vaccination.
Basic vaccination scheme
A first injection in cats from minimum 8 weeks of age.
A second injection of cats 3 to 4 weeks later.
Re-vaccination scheme
Following a first booster vaccination one year after the primary vaccination course,
subsequent vaccinations can be performed at intervals of three years.
Nobivac FeLV can be used to reconstitute 1 dose (1 vial) of cat vaccines of the Nobivac
range containing feline calicivirus (F9 strain), feline rhinotracheitis virus (G2620A strain)
and/or feline panleucopenia virus (MW-1 or Bristol strain) immediately prior to use by
the addition of the contents of one vial (1 ml) of Nobivac FeLV.
None.

Revised: August 2023
AN: 00190/2023
Transient and small thickening or nodule, approximately 5 - 10 mm in size, may be
observed at the injection site and disappear within 2 to 6 weeks without treatment.
Occasionally, systemic reactions (hyperthermia, anorexia, lethargy) may occur within
one or two days after vaccine administration.
and diarrhoea) may also be commonly observed.
Where Nobivac FeLV has been used to reconstitute cat vaccines in the Nobivac range
containing feline calicivirus (F9 strain), feline rhinotracheitis virus (G2620A strain) and/or
feline panleucopenia virus (MW-1 or Bristol strain) prior to inoculation, a small nodule at
the site of vaccination is frequently observed. It can persist for up to 18 days post-
inoculation. Occasionally, the nodule may be painful for up to 6 days after injection. A
transient rise in body temperature or lameness may occur and last up to 3 days post
vaccination. In some cases, a slight dullness or reduced appetite may be observed for
up to 1 day post vaccination.
In the rare event of hypersensitivity reaction following vaccination, administer an
antihistamine, corticosteroid or adrenaline without delay and by the most-immediate
route.
The frequency of adverse reactions is defined using the following convention:
- very common (more than 1 in 10 animals treated displaying adverse reactions)
- 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.

Special precautions for use in animals
It is recommended that animals be treated for intestinal parasites at least 10 days prior
to vaccination.
Special precautions to be taken by the person administering the veterinary
medicinal product to animals
In the case of accidental self-injection, seek medical advice immediately and show the
package leaflet or the label to the physician.
Safety and efficacy data are available which demonstrate that this vaccine can be mixed
and administered with cat vaccines of the Nobivac range containing feline calicivirus (F9
strain), feline rhinotracheitis virus (G2620A strain) and/or feline panleucopenia virus
(MW-1 or Bristol strain).
Do not mix with other medicinal products except cat vaccines of the Nobivac range
containing feline calicivirus (F9 strain), feline rhinotracheitis virus (G2620A strain) and/or
feline panleucopenia virus (MW-1 or Bristol strain).
No information is available on the safety and efficacy of this vaccine when used with
any other veterinary medicinal product except the products mentioned above. A
decision to use this vaccine before or after another veterinary medicinal product
therefore needs to be made on a case by case basis.
Store and transport refrigerated (2 °C - 8 °C).
Do not freeze.
Protect from sunlight.
Not applicable.
5. IMMUNOLOGICAL PROPERTIES
Pharmacotherapeutic group: inactivated viral vaccine.
ATCVet code: QI06AA01. Vaccine against feline leukaemia

Revised: August 2023
AN: 00190/2023
The vaccine contains the purified p45 FeLV- envelope antigen, obtained by genetic
recombination of the strain. The antigen suspension is adjuvanted with an
aluminium hydroxide gel and with a purified extract of Quillaja saponaria.
Protection against persistent viraemia is observed in 73% of cats 3 weeks after their first
vaccine injection.

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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