Cats are often susceptible to fungal diseases and diseases caused by infection with skin parasites. When parasites feed on the blood of an animal, they cause a lot of trouble. Why do cats lose their mood and become nervous? This leads to a decrease in immunity. And bites are not just reddened areas, but also microcracks and wounds through which other infections inevitably penetrate.
A cat's immune system can almost always fight off any disease on its own. But for this to happen, it must be at a fairly high level. Sometimes a cat’s body develops immunity from fungal diseases and lichen over time, but it takes a long time for this to happen and this involves a certain amount of risk for the animal. To do this, the cat needs to get sick with one or another disease at least once. But there is a safer, shorter path to a good immune system. Infection with a harmless dose of the disease, with the help of which the body’s resistance is enhanced. Therefore, various medications have been developed.
Very often, Vakderm is used for this - an effective vaccine that is needed to prevent the occurrence or treatment of dermatophytoses
Indications for use
Ringworm
The drug vacderm was specially developed by scientists in order to prevent the occurrence of fungal infections in pets. Important conditions are compliance with the vaccine administration regimen and annual vaccinations. This boosts the immune system and resists the appearance of diseases in animals and their owners.
The vaccine is intended to prevent the following diseases in cats:
- microsporia (ringworm) - can be acute or chronic. Superficial or internal. There is an asymptomatic course of the disease. The disease is easy to determine by its appearance - bald patches, sores, itching, the formation of a white dry coating, pus;
- trichophytosis - infection of the body by fungi. Transmitted through other animals and rodents. And also may not have any symptoms for a very long time. As a rule, it manifests itself in brittle hair, hyperemia of the skin, and bald spots.
Such infections can occur in any cat, regardless of breed, age or coat.
But they are most dangerous for kittens, old cats and cats with very weak immune systems.
For the treatment of dermatophytoses,
Vakderm is used to treat diseases if the disease is at an initial stage.
Otherwise it won’t help, the animal’s condition will only get worse.
Description and main properties
The drug Vakderm has a targeted effect. It is used for medicinal and prophylactic purposes. The use of the vaccine several times reduces the risk of developing diseases resulting from exposure to fungal and yeast infections.
The developers offer several versions of the drug - Vakderm and Vakderm F. The Vakderm vaccine is universal and is used for cats, dogs and other pets. Vakderm F was created specifically for cats, since they spend more time outdoors and are prone to fungal infections. This drug is recognized as more effective for this particular type of animal.
In addition, the composition of Vakderm F is additionally enriched with Ribotan, an immunostimulating agent that helps the cat tolerate vaccination more easily and strengthens the body’s defenses. Externally, the solutions differ in color: the universal composition has a yellow tint, Vakderm for cats is pink.
Composition and release forms
The drug contains fungal cells that most often infect cats: Microsporum canis, Trichphyton mentagrophytes, Microsporum gypseum, which are grown in a special nutrient medium. Formalin solution was used as a stabilizing agent.
The drug is produced in two forms:
- injection solution, which is a cloudy yellowish-brown liquid:
- dry powder with a porous structure.
The vaccine is packaged in ampoules and hermetically sealed glass vials with a label indicating the name, release date, and serial number.
Mechanism of action
One immunizing dose of Vakderm and Vakderm F contains approximately 30−50 million/cm of fungal elements. After administration within 20-25 days, a stable immunity against fungal infection is formed in the pet’s body, which persists throughout the year. The drug has no contraindications, does not have a negative effect on the pet’s body, and can be used for therapeutic and preventive purposes.
Operating principle
If you apply Vakderm 2 times with an interval of 2 weeks, then in about a month the animal will form an immune system and develop protection against dermatophytosis. The protection resulting from the action of the product lasts about a year. The concentration of fungal bacteria in one dose is somewhere around 30-50 million / cm 3. There is no need to worry about the application. It is safe, capable of treating and protecting against the onset of diseases.
If the animal is vaccinated during the incubation period of the disease, its symptoms will appear faster on the skin of cats. And after 10 days, repeat the use of the medication.
Vakderm TF
International name: vaccine against trichophytosis in cattle. The most popular packaging of the biological product is in bottles of 10 doses, the cost of which in January 2020 was 60 rubles.
The vaccine is injected twice, intramuscularly, into the croup with an interval of 7-14 days according to the scheme:
| Age, months | Dose, ml | |
| Prevention | Treatment | |
| >1<4 | 1 | 2 |
| >4 | 2 | 4 |
| Adult livestock | 4 | 4 |
If the animal is in the incubation period of infection, it becomes ill. In such a situation, he is injected with therapeutic doses twice with an interval of one to two weeks.
Dosage and method of administration
Vaccination must be regular.
There are certain vaccination instructions that must be followed.
- A week and a half before introducing Vakderm to an animal, it is necessary to poison the worms. To prevent parasites from reducing the animal’s immunity. Otherwise, the body will not cope with the vaccine and serious complications may occur.
- Take all necessary measures to ensure that excess microbes do not enter the animal’s body through wounds and destroy existing ones.
- Use only sterile medical instruments.
- Each needle is intended for only one animal.
- Treat the area where the syringe will be inserted to administer the medication with alcohol.
- Before administration, warm the container with its contents to the animal’s body temperature.
- Be sure to enter 2 times. Repeat in a year.
- If it was not possible to complete the procedure on time, it must be done as quickly as possible.
In order to vaccinate an animal, it is important to follow the dosage rules. Doses depend on the age of the pet. For small kittens, the dose is 0.5 ml. For adult cats 1 ml.
Instructions for use
For preventive purposes, the Vakderm vaccine can be injected into kittens starting at one month of age. It also effectively fights the pathogens of trichophytosis and microsporia in affected animals if the instructions for use are strictly followed.
10 days before the intended vaccination, the cat should be dewormed.
How and where to inject Vakderm
Knowing how and where to inject the vaccine, you can do it at home yourself, after consulting with a veterinarian.
How and where to inject?
Place for injection
The ampoule heated in a water bath to a temperature of 36–37 degrees is opened and drawn into a syringe. The medicine is administered intramuscularly. The paws where the injections are given should be different. Inject into the inner back of the thigh. Do it very carefully, bypassing the bone, especially for thin cats. After the area has been treated with alcohol, insert a needle about 1–2 cm. Introduce the solution slowly, gradually.
Dermatophysis F. What is it?
Dermatophysus F is a fungal disease caused by the pathogen Microsporum canis. The carriers of the disease are mainly mice and rats.
The pathogen can also be found in soil on which a sick animal has been located for some time.
Dermatophys F is contagious and can be easily transmitted from cat to cat. Young individuals are most susceptible to the disease.
Contraindications and side effects
Following the instructions, use is prohibited:
- for kittens under 1 month;
- in the second stage of pregnancy;
- cats with elevated body temperature;
- when the cat is infected with infectious diseases;
- cats with weakened immune systems or chronic diseases.
If the rules for administering the drug are strictly followed, as a rule, there are no complications. But only a veterinarian can correctly assess the expected harm caused by the product. Therefore, there are negative consequences from self-administration. In such cases, the dose may be too high, in the wrong place, or the solution may not be heated enough.
Some cats with hypersensitivity have difficulty with vaccination. Drowsiness, bad mood, and lack of appetite appear. The same symptoms occur with an overdose. In this case, do not do anything special or give any medications. Just provide as much peace as possible to the animal. If after two days the animal’s condition remains abnormal, contact a veterinary hospital.
If your pet becomes lethargic and sleepy, contact your veterinarian
When using the drug, compactions may form at the injection site. Lubricate them with iodine. If the compaction does not go away with treatment over time, you need to contact a veterinary clinic for help from a doctor so that inflammation and other consequences do not occur.
special instructions
The use of the drug requires strict adherence to the rules of use and storage. In addition, we should not forget about the rules of personal safety:
- for injections, use disposable syringes, separate for each animal;
- Treat the injection site with an alcohol solution;
- use personal protective equipment: gown, medical mask, rubber gloves;
- If the solution gets on your skin, quickly wash off the residue with water;
- After the procedure, wash your hands thoroughly with running water and soap.
The shelf life of the Vakderm vaccine is one year from the date of manufacture.
The product is stored in a cool place out of the reach of children. The solution should not be used after the expiration date, or if there is sedimentation in the form of flakes or mold, or a change in color or consistency. It is unacceptable to administer the product if the necessary labeling is missing or the packaging is not sealed.
Instructions for use of the Vakderm vaccine
against dermatophytosis of dogs, cats, fur-bearing animals and rabbits
(Developer organization: JSC Moscow)
I. General information
Trade name: Vacderm. The international nonproprietary name of the vaccine is Vacderm, a vaccine for the prevention and treatment of animal dermatophytosis.
Dosage form: liquid for injection. The vaccine is made from cells of dermatophyte cultures Microsporum canis, Microsporum gypseum and Trichophyton mentagrophytes grown on selective nutrient media with the addition of 0.3% formalin as an inactivator (stabilizer). In appearance, the vaccine is a homogeneous suspension of yellowish-brown color.
The vaccine is packaged in 1.0; 2.0; 10.0; 20.0; 50.0; 100.0; 200.0; 450.0 vaccination doses (1.0; 2.0; 10.0; 20.0; 50.0; 100.0; 200.0; 450.0 cm3) in vials of appropriate capacity, hermetically sealed with rubber stoppers, reinforced aluminum caps, or ampoules, hermetically sealed.
Vials (ampoules) with the vaccine are packed in boxes. Each box of vaccine is supplied with instructions for use. Boxes of vaccine are packaged in boxes (or other secondary packaging).
The shelf life of the vaccine is 12 months from the date of release, subject to storage and transportation conditions. After the expiration date, the vaccine is not suitable for use. The vaccine is stored and transported in a dry, dark place at a temperature of 2 to 10°C and out of reach of children.
Vials (ampoules) with a vaccine without labels, with an expired expiration date, with the integrity and/or tightness of the closure broken, with a changed color and/or consistency of the contents, with the presence of foreign impurities, as well as vaccine residues that were not used within 30 minutes after opening bottles are discarded. The Vakderm vaccine is inactivated and does not require disinfection. Disposal of the vaccine does not require special precautions.
II. Biological properties
The vaccine causes the formation of immunity in cats, dogs, fur-bearing animals, and rabbits to dermatophytosis 25-30 days after double administration with an interval of 10-14 days. The intensity of post-vaccination immunity persists for at least 12 months. In one immunizing dose of the vaccine, the concentration of fungal elements is 30-50 million/cm3. The vaccine is harmless, areactogenic, and has preventive and therapeutic properties.
III. Application procedure
The vaccine is intended for immunization for the prevention and treatment of microsporia and trichophytosis of cats, dogs, fur-bearing animals and rabbits.
It is prohibited to vaccinate animals with elevated body temperature, in the second half of pregnancy, as well as patients with infectious and non-infectious diseases. Weakened and sick animals are pre-treated for the existing disease, and after recovery they are immunized against dermatophytoses.
The Vakderm vaccine is administered intramuscularly twice
. Injections are carried out in the opposite limbs in the thigh area with an interval of 10-14 days in the following doses:
- cats aged 1-3 months, 0.5 cm 3;
- cats over 3 months old - 1.0 cm 3 for each injection;
- dogs from 2 months of age weighing less than 5 kg, 0.5 cm 3;
- dogs weighing more than 5 kg 1.0 cm 3;
- rabbits 50 days old, 0.5 cm 3;
- rabbits over 50 days of age, 1.0 cm 3;
- for fur-bearing animals from 30 to 50 days of age, 0.5 cm 3;
- for fur-bearing animals over 50 days of age, 1.0 cm 3.
Subsequent preventive revaccination of animals is carried out annually, twice, with an interval of 10-14 days, in the doses indicated above.
10 days before vaccination it is necessary to deworm the animal.
When carrying out vaccination, the general rules of asepsis and antisepsis are observed. Needles and syringes are sterilized by boiling, or sterile disposable syringes are used; a separate needle is used for each animal. The injection site is treated with 70% alcohol. Before use, the ampoule or vial with the vaccine is warmed to body temperature.
In case of an overdose of the vaccine in animals after immunization, individual sensitivity may be observed in the form of the formation of compactions and abscessed areas at the injection site. Cats may become drowsy. When a post-vaccination reaction occurs, the animal must be kept at rest, and if a local reaction occurs, the vaccine injection site is treated with 5% tincture of iodine and sealed as a normal inflammation.
Immunization of animals in the incubation period of the disease with dermatophytosis can provoke an accelerated manifestation of clinical signs of mycosis in the places where the pathogen is localized (single or multiple mycotic foci appear on the animal’s skin). After 10-14 days, such animals must be repeated twice with the vaccine in the same doses and at the same interval.
In some animals (mainly dogs), after immunization, a local reaction may occur in the form of the formation of a painful lump at the injection site. Such a reaction can occur if a cold vaccine is used or if unsterile syringes and needles are used for vaccination. After immunization, cats may experience individual sensitivity in the form of mild drowsiness, which spontaneously disappears after two to three days. Animals that exhibit a post-vaccination reaction are released from exercise for 3-5 days.
Violations of the vaccination schedule should be avoided, as this may lead to a decrease in the effectiveness of immunoprophylaxis and immunotherapy for dermatophytoses. If you miss the next dose of the vaccine, it is necessary to carry out immunization as soon as possible.
When using the vaccine in accordance with these instructions, side effects and complications, as a rule, are not observed.
The use of the Vakderm vaccine in combination with other drugs that can suppress the immune system of the vaccinated animal is prohibited.
The timing of possible use of animal products after the introduction of the Vakderm vaccine has not been established.
IV. Personal prevention measures
When working with the vaccine, follow the general rules of personal hygiene and safety precautions provided for when working with veterinary medicinal products. The veterinarian vaccinating animals must be dressed appropriately (gown, hat, gloves) and have a first aid kit. If the vaccine gets on the skin and/or mucous membranes, it is recommended to rinse them with tap water. In the event of a vaccine spill, the floor area is also washed with tap water. If the drug is accidentally administered to a person, the injection site must be treated with a 70% ethyl alcohol solution and contact a medical facility.
Address of the developer's organization: JSC Firm Scientific-Production Veterinary and Fur Breeding: 129337, Moscow, Khibinsky proezd, building 2.
With the approval of this instruction, the instructions for the use of the Vakderm vaccine against animal dermatophytosis, approved by Rosselkhoznadzor on December 26, 2006, become invalid.
Vakderm is a yellow-brown composition in the form of a vaccine, which is available in powder and liquid form and is inactivated dermatophyte spores. When introduced into the animal’s body, the drug develops immunity to microsporia and trichophytosis. The nominal volume of one ampoule is 1 ml.
The vaccine is absolutely safe and can be used not only to treat cats, but also dogs, rabbits, and fur-bearing animals. It has pronounced preventive properties. It is used for the treatment and prevention of dermatophytosis (microsporia itrichophytosis).
As a rule, in the packaging of the drug Vakderm for cats, instructions for use are available in the form of an insert sheet or written on the packaging itself. However, in case it gets lost, we’ll share it - you can see the dosage for injections below.
Dosage:
- kittens from 3 to 6 months - 0.5 ml;
- cats over 6 months old - 1 ml.
How to inject Vakderm to a cat? Everything is quite simple, but you need to follow the usual rules:
- Only sterile syringes and needles should be used, and the injection site should be treated with medical alcohol.
- The injection should be administered into the femoral muscle of one of the limbs.
After 10-14 days, inject the drug into the other limb in the same way. Immunization with this vaccine can be carried out at any time of the year.
Contraindications and side effects
A possible side effect is drowsiness for 2-3 days. The vaccine cannot be used in the following cases:
- during an infectious disease;
- if the cat is in the second half of pregnancy;
- at elevated body temperature.
How to properly store the vaccine?
The vaccine must be stored at a certain temperature
- During storage and transportation, observe the temperature regime. Otherwise, the drug cannot be used.
- Also, do not expose to sunlight or freeze.
- Be sure to observe the expiration date.
- Do not open it and leave it for later.
- If the vaccine has permanent residue, it must be discarded.
- Also if the packaging is damaged or the necessary markings are missing.
- Store in a cool place at a temperature of 2 to 10 degrees for no more than 1 year from the date of production.
Cost of the drug
The price of the drug Vakderm is on average 80-100 rubles (for one ampoule).
Analogs
In veterinary pharmacies you can find other preventive vaccines that protect cats from lichen. Analogues of Vakderm are such drugs as Microderm and Polivac.
Composition and release form
The associated vaccine is an inactivated spore of dermatophytes (Microsporum canis, Microsporum gypseum and Trichophyton mentagrophytes). The vaccine is available in liquid and dry form and in appearance is: liquid - a homogeneous suspension of yellowish-brown color; dry - porous mass of yellowish-brown color. Bottles of 1 ml.
Biological properties
Immunization of animals in the incubation period of the disease with dermatophytosis provokes an accelerated appearance of clinical signs of mycosis in the places where pathogens are localized (single or multiple mycotic foci appear on the animal’s skin).
Such animals should be vaccinated twice more with the vaccine in therapeutic doses.
The therapeutic effect occurs 15-25 days after the second immunization and is characterized by loosening, rejection of crusts from mycotic foci and growth of new hair.
The use of the vaccine for prophylactic purposes does not cause dermatophytosis in healthy animals. Immunity in vaccinated animals against dermatophytoses occurs after the second injection of the vaccine and lasts at least 12 months.
Doses and method of administration
Before use, the vaccine is dissolved in dry form, for which a solvent for vaccines against animal dermatophytosis is used. Sterile distilled water or saline solution can be used.
The vaccine is dissolved at the rate of 1 ml of solvent per 1 dose of vaccine.
For cats from 3 to 6 months of age - 0.5 ml, over 6 months of age - 1 ml;
Dogs weighing less than 5 kg - 0.5 ml, dogs weighing more than 5 kg - 1 ml;
Rabbits 50 days of age - 0.5 ml, over 50 days of age - 1 ml;
Fur animals from 30 to 50 days of age - 0.5 ml, over 50 days of age - 1 ml.
The vaccine is used for preventive and therapeutic purposes intramuscularly, twice in the thigh area, first in one limb, and after 10-14 days in the other. A separate sterile needle is used for each animal. Syringes and needles are sterilized by boiling, the injection site is disinfected with 70° ethyl alcohol.
Immunization is carried out regardless of the time of year.
Side effects
Some animals (mainly dogs) may experience a local reaction in the form of a painful lump after immunization. The reaction is benign and disappears spontaneously after 3-5 days.
Cats sometimes experience increased sleepiness for 2-3 days.
Animals that exhibit a post-vaccination reaction are released from exercise for 3-5 days.
Contraindications
It is not allowed to vaccinate animals with elevated body temperature, in the second half of pregnancy, as well as patients with infectious and non-infectious diseases.
special instructions
Vaccine in vials with damaged integrity and closure, without labels, as well as with the presence of mold or foreign impurities is unsuitable for use and must be destroyed by boiling within 1 hour (also the remainder of unused vaccine).
Storage conditions
In a dry, dark place at a temperature of 2 to 10 ° C. Shelf life: 12 months.
Analogs of Vakderm F vaccine
There are two taxes that can replace it. But use other drugs only after consulting a veterinarian. Because each of the substitutes has its own characteristics that cannot be ignored.
Microderm consists of a powder and a special solution in which it is diluted. Signs of the drug are visible 2 weeks after administration. The immune system changes from day 20. Shelf life is one and a half years.
Polivak-TM is an already prepared composition. The injection protects against eight types of fungal diseases. Enter two or three times. Shelf life is one and a half years.
Analogues of Vakderma
Manufacturers of veterinary drugs offer 2 analogues of Vakderm, which are used in clinics to treat dermatomycosis and prevent infection of cats with them.
Polivac
This drug exhibits an effect similar to the Vakderm vaccine. When choosing between these remedies, veterinary doctors rely on their own experience. Therefore, there are quite conflicting reviews about the use of Polivac for the treatment of ringworm.
It should be clearly understood that the use of any vaccine against dermatomycosis for therapeutic purposes can only be carried out after confirmation of the diagnosis. The greatest effectiveness is achieved by an integrated approach to treatment, which combines external antifungal ointments, vaccines and symptomatic remedies that promote rapid healing of the affected areas and hair regrowth.
Personal prevention measures
The veterinarian must be in a special medical uniform.
It is imperative to follow the hygiene and safety rules that are provided for when interacting with veterinary medications.
- When receiving vaccination, be sure to wear the appropriate medical uniform (protective mask, gloves, gown, headgear).
- It is imperative that you have a set of appropriate medications available from the place where vaccination is being carried out, which can be used before the doctor arrives.
- It is not allowed to eat, drink or smoke in the place where the procedure is performed.
- If the drug gets on the skin or mucous membranes of a person, immediately rinse with running water.
- If the medicine is spilled, immediately rinse everything with plenty of water and destroy the rag after that.
- If the injection accidentally gets into a person, wash the injection site with alcohol and immediately seek help from a doctor.
- When destroying the solution container, follow all disposal rules.
Owner reviews
Reviews about medications are varied, but many boil down to one thing - that the drug should be used to prevent the disease.
Striped pet
Daria
We often let the cat go outside for a walk. Our cat is a British breed, sterilized, but still fights with other cats. There was a case when he came home badly injured after another cat showdown. The veterinary clinic recommended Vakderm. After use, the cat feels and looks great. I recommend the vaccine to everyone!
Evgeniya
Our “Siberian Forest” cat lived only at home, but one day she slipped away and had a fair walk. We immediately decided to seek advice from specialists. This vaccine was recommended to us along with other means. We did not notice any side effects. The cat remained healthy.
Alla
We picked up our cat on the street, completely sick, flea-ridden and shabby. It took a long time to treat and nurse. After all this she became a real beauty. We administer the vaccine every year. There are no side effects or other consequences. The cat is no longer sick.
Anna
We were discharged when our cat was already suffering from shingles. It helped. The cat recovered, although he was somewhat lethargic. The veterinarian said that they used to euthanize him altogether, but now there is this super vaccine.
When and who to vaccinate?
Ringworm is characterized by skin lesions, redness, and hair loss. Signs of the disease may not appear for a long time, and animals of all ages can get sick. The source of dermatophytes are stray dogs and cats. When the pathogen enters the body of a domestic cat with reduced immunity, the fungi begin to multiply intensively. If the body's defenses work, the disease does not manifest itself.
Visit to the veterinarian
Vakderm is used for the purpose of prevention, so that immunity against the disease is formed. To do this, the drug is administered twice with an interval of 10-14 days. After this, stable immunity appears for a period of 12 months. The time of year does not make much difference, so you can vaccinate at any time, but after mandatory deworming.
To treat dermatophytes, the drug is administered three times with the same interval of 10-14 days. Sometimes you need to enter it a fourth time. The vaccine should be used at the onset of the disease; in later and protracted cases it is meaningless or harmful.
Only healthy animals can be vaccinated, since any vaccine reduces immunity. If your cat is sick with something other than ringworm, you must first treat the disease and then vaccinate it.
Also, you cannot combine Vakderm F with other vaccines or drugs that reduce the body's defenses.
