Porcilis PCV ID Emulsion for Injection for Pigs
Active ingredient: Porcine circovirus-2
Form
Injection
Species
Manufacturer
MSD Animal Health UK Limited
VMD MA No.
01708/5055
What it's used for
For the active immunisation of pigs to reduce viraemia, virus load in lungs and lymphoid tissues and virus shedding caused by PCV2 infection. To reduce los...
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Porcilis PCV ID Emulsion for Injection for Pigs — SPC Details
Source: VMD Summary of Product Characteristics (SPC). Last updated 26 Mar 2026.
lymphoid tissues and virus shedding caused by PCV2 infection. To reduce loss of
daily weight gain and mortality associated with PCV2 infection.
Onset of immunity: 2 weeks after vaccination.
Duration of immunity: 26 weeks after vaccination.
Revised: June 2024
AN: 02460/2023
Very common
(>1 animal / 10 animals treated):
Injection site swelling*
* Mostly consisting of hard non-painful swellings of up to 2 cm diameter. A biphasic pattern of
the injection site swelling, consisting of an increase and decrease followed by another
increase and decrease of the size, is commonly observed. In individual pigs the size may
increase to 6.5 cm and redness and/or scabs may be observed. The injection site swellings
disappear completely within approximately 7 weeks after vaccination.
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 also the last section of the
package leaflet for respective contact details.
Revised: June 2024
AN: 02460/2023
Special precautions for use in animals:
Use of the vaccine in boars has not been evaluated.
Special precautions to be taken by the person administering the veterinary medicinal
product to animals:
To the user:
This veterinary medicinal product contains mineral oil. Accidental injection/self-
injection may result in severe pain and swelling, particularly if injected into a joint or
finger, and in rare cases could result in the loss of the affected finger if prompt
medical attention is not given. If you are accidentally injected with this veterinary
medicinal product, seek prompt medical advice even if only a very small amount is
injected and take the package leaflet with you. If pain persists for more than 12 hours
after medical examination, seek medical advice again.
To the physician:
This veterinary medicinal product contains mineral oil. Even if small amounts have
been injected, accidental injection with this product can cause intense swelling, which
may, for example, result in ischaemic necrosis and even the loss of a digit. Expert,
PROMPT, surgical attention is required and may necessitate early incision and
irrigation of the injected area, especially where there is involvement of finger pulp or
tendon.
Special precautions for the protection of the environment:
Not applicable.
Other precautions:
Not applicable.
demonstrate that this vaccine can be administered mixed with Porcilis Lawsonia ID
(see section
Do not freeze.
Protect from direct sunlight.
5. IMMUNOLOGICAL PROPERTIES
Pharmacotherapeutic group: immunologicals for Suidae, inactivated viral vaccines
for pigs.
ATCvet code: QI09AA07
The product stimulates the development of active immunity against porcine circovirus
type 2 in pigs.
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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