Poulvac IBMM + ARK Lyophilisate for Oculonasal Suspension for Chickens
Active ingredient: Infectious bronchitis virus
Form
Lyophilisate
Species
Manufacturer
Zoetis UK Limited
VMD MA No.
42058/5140
What it's used for
For the active immunisation of broilers to reduce the severity of upper respiratory tract infections caused by Massachusetts and 793/B/91-type strains of a...
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Poulvac IBMM + ARK Lyophilisate for Oculonasal Suspension for Chickens — SPC Details
Source: VMD Summary of Product Characteristics (SPC). Last updated 27 Mar 2026.
infections caused by Massachusetts and 793/B/91-type strains of avian infectious
bronchitis virus.
Onset of immunity: 21 days after vaccination.
Duration of immunity: 6 weeks after vaccination.
Protection has also been demonstrated in the presence of maternally derived
antibodies.
Revised: September 2024
AN: 01743/2023
Common
(1 to 10 animals / 100 animals
treated):
Respiratory signs (including gasping, snicking
and raling)
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Generally mild; may be observed for approximately three days.
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 the national competent authority via the
national reporting system. See also section 16 of the package leaflet for contact
details.
Special precautions for use in animals
The vaccine should not be used if an intercurrent infection is suspected.
The vaccine should not be used at sites where both broilers and breeders are kept.
Chickens should not be re-vaccinated.
The vaccine should only be used after it has been established that 793/B/91 like avian
infectious bronchitis virus serotypes are epidemiologically relevant.
The vaccine strains can spread to in contact birds for up to 30 days after vaccination.
Special precautions should be taken to avoid spreading of the vaccine strain to
pheasants.
It is recommended to vaccinate all chickens on a site with this product.
Special precautions to be taken by the person administering the veterinary medicinal
product to animals
Personal protective equipment consisting of goggles and dust mask or a helmet with
filtered air circulation should be worn when handling the veterinary medicinal product.
Special precautions for the protection of the environment
Not applicable.
Other precautions
Not applicable.
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.
Do not freeze.
Protect from light.
(strain Massachusetts1263 and strain Arkansas 3168)
*EID50: Embryo infective dose 50%.
Excipients:
For the full list of excipients, see section
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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