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Rotavirus Vaccine (Rotavax)
لقاح فيروس الروتا
Educational content for breeders — not a substitute for veterinary advice. Doses and treatments here are general; actual diagnosis and treatment must be supervised by a veterinarian.
Dosage
0.5 ml per dose, two doses 4 weeks apart; a third dose may be advised 4–8 weeks before the racing season. Availability and effectiveness of this vaccine vary by region and product — some sources report it is not actually available in certain regions.
Route of administration
Subcutaneous injection at the back of the neck
Side effects
Not documented in detail
Storage
Refrigerate as per the manufacturer's instructions
Contraindications
Do not give to sick birds
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