In this article I will talk about the use of the drug Giscan-5 in veterinary medicine. I will describe the active substance included in the serum and the form in which it is produced. I will give complete instructions for use for dogs. I will explain in what cases the product is used, how it works, and what side effects it may cause. I will list contraindications for use, existing analogues, the cost of Giscan-5 and its storage conditions.
Giskan-5 is a special serum for animals designed to maintain passive immunity from coronavirus, canine distemper virus, adenovirus and parvovirus.
General data and composition
The drug is produced by Moscow. The trade name of the drug is “Giskan-5”. Serum for dogs (instructions will be presented below) is a slightly opalescent liquid, colored yellow or yellow-brown. A slight sediment may form during storage. If the drug is shaken, it turns into a uniform suspension.
If we talk about the composition, then “Giskan-5” is a biological product made on the basis of blood serum of cattle (or horses and small livestock), which contains certain antibodies - to plague viruses, coronaviruses, adenoviruses and parvoviruses, which are dangerous for dogs.
The drug can be purchased packaged in 2 ml glass bottles, closed with rubber stoppers and secured with aluminum caps. The bottles are packaged in cardboard or plastic boxes of 10 pieces, instructions are included, but they are sold in veterinary pharmacies and individually.
The shelf life of the drug is 2 years from the date of production. The serum should be stored in a dark, dry place at a temperature of 2-10 degrees Celsius.
If foreign objects were found in the serum bottle, or it contains a sediment that does not break down when shaken, then Giskan-5 must be disposed of and this drug cannot be used.
Reviews
Veterinarians
Prokhorov N.V., veterinarian:
Treated many small puppies. Animals often die from exposure to dangerous viruses. Giskan-5 protects pets from plague, enteritis and other infectious diseases. The drug has saved the lives of many animals.
Usmanov L.V. veterinarian:
Serum is an effective remedy in the fight against plague, because it contains antibodies to dangerous viruses. I prescribe the drug to dogs that have been in contact with a sick animal. It should be remembered that the serum is effective in the first 48 hours after infection. Timely contact with a specialist will save the animal’s life.
Owners
Anna, Moscow:
When our dog got distemper, Giskan-5 serum helped. The drug was injected as part of complex therapy. The drug was reintroduced after 14 days for prophylaxis.
Andrey, Volgograd:
The one-month-old pet began to hide in corners, did not play, and did not eat well. The temperature was 39.6°C, the doctor prescribed Giskan-5. On the second day of treatment, the puppy did not get up and ate baby food through a syringe. I was very weak, but after a few days there was a chance of recovery.
Fedor, Novorossiysk:
The pet was 1 month old, began to avoid its owners, hid in a dark room, was very weak, and could not control urination. The veterinarian prescribed Giscan-5 (1 injection every 12 hours for 2 days) and the antibiotic Gentamicin. On the 4th day the dog got up, and a day later she was healthy and cheerful.
"Giskan-5", serum for dogs: instructions
The serum is intended for subcutaneous and intramuscular administration. During the procedure, it is necessary to follow general aseptic rules and use exclusively sterile materials. The same needle should not be used to inject two or more dogs.
It is prohibited to administer the drug to weakened or sick animals suffering from infectious diseases not listed in the list of indications for use of Giscan-5.
Different breeds
The serum is approved for use in any member of the canine family.
If the puppy is taken from the receiver, he is given an injection of Giskan-5 and the injection is repeated a day later. Dogs of any breed should not be bathed after injection. After administration of the serum, the animal is given vitamins and minerals (Catozal).
Caucasian Shepherd Dogs are injected with the Giskan-5 vaccine at the first signs of illness. The Central Asian breed is vaccinated 30 days before mating. The cubs are injected with serum when they are 2 months old.
A French bulldog in poor health is given a drug against plague and enteritis at 1.5 months of age, when the animal loses the immunity received from its mother.
The serum is administered to a 10-day pet after a quarantine period, and revaccination is carried out at 7 months. The medication is prescribed if a bulldog comes into contact with a sick animal.
The American Cocker Spaniel is vaccinated against distemper when it is 8-9 weeks old, and re-vaccinated after 84 days.
For treatment
Giskan-5 (serum for dogs) is also used for the treatment of already sick animals. The instructions suggest in such cases changes in the drug administration regimen. Thus, for sick pets, the drug is administered in the above dosage (up to 5 kg - 1 ml, more than 5 kg - 2 ml) 2-3 times. The interval between injections ranges from 12 to 24 hours, depending on the clinical situation. The exact time period will be determined by the veterinarian. The serum is most effective in the initial stages of the disease.
Indications for use and mechanism of action
Hexane-5 is designed to create and maintain passive immunity in unvaccinated dogs against canine distemper virus, coronavirus, parvovirus and adenovirus.
For medicinal purposes, it is used in the early stages of disease development together with drugs for symptomatic therapy. During the incubation period, the serum has the most effective effect. After administration of the solution, immunity is formed for a period of 2 weeks. This measure allows dogs to more easily tolerate the disease, weakens symptoms, shortens the duration of the disease, and reduces the possibility of subsequent complications after the disease.
For preventive purposes, it is used on unvaccinated dogs during an epidemic and in cases where it is necessary to visit places where dogs that have not been tested for viral diseases gather.
Giscan-5 is not a vaccine.
To vaccinate animals and develop stable immunity to viruses, regular vaccination is necessary.
This drug is suitable for use for preventive purposes on small puppies.
Vaccination is carried out on dogs from the age of 2 months; earlier use is not possible.
If the puppy needs to be transported or visit public places where there is a risk of infection with viruses, until the vaccination can be done, the serum will form the necessary immunity and protect the small pet from infections for a period of up to two weeks. Next, strictly according to schedule, it will be necessary to vaccinate the animal.
A favorable time for its administration is the incubation and prodromal period of the infectious process
Overdose and side effects
No cases of overdose have been identified to date.
Some dogs may experience the following unwanted reactions:
- increased body temperature;
- allergy.
To exclude these reactions, you can administer an antihistamine to your dog 10 minutes before using the serum.
It is allowed to use Giskan-5 together with medications such as antibiotics, sulfonamides, prebiotics and other drugs for symptomatic treatment. It is prohibited to administer the serum in the same syringe with other medications.
How and in what quantities is the drug administered?
To begin with, the dog is weighed to correctly calculate the dosage. Animals weighing less than 5 kg are administered 0.5 doses, which is equal to 1 ml of the drug. Dogs whose weight exceeds 5 kg are injected with 1 dose of GISKAN - 5, that is, 2 ml of serum. The contents of the bottle are thoroughly shaken before giving the injection.
The injection is administered subcutaneously or intramuscularly once for the purpose of prevention. Immunity against viruses will last for at least 14 days, after which the serum can be re-administered or the introduction of a vaccine against a number of infectious diseases can be discussed with a veterinarian.
For the treatment of plague, enteritis and adenovirosis, GISKAN - 5 is administered in 2-3 doses with a 12-24 hour interval in the prescribed doses. If a dog catches the virus, it is advisable to start treatment with GISKAN - 5 as early as possible.
Personal safety
It is necessary to remember about precautions when using the drug "Giskan-5" (serum for dogs). Instructions, price, dosage and side effects have already been discussed above, now let's talk about human safety.
When working with the drug, you should remember the general rules of safety and personal hygiene, developed specifically for those who come into contact with veterinary drugs.
All participants in the drug administration procedure must wear special clothing: hat, robe, rubber gloves, trousers. A first aid kit must be available at the injection site.
If the serum accidentally gets on the mucous membranes or skin, the site of contact with the drug must be washed with running water and laundry soap. If the serum is accidentally administered to a person, the injection site should be immediately treated with 70 percent ethyl alcohol, and then seek medical help. You must take the drug ampoule or instructions with you.
"Sputnik V"
This is the first coronavirus vaccine registered in Russia. It is recognized as one of the best vaccines in the world; this drug has passed all stages of testing and is recognized by the global medical community. Sputnik V is used not only in Russia, but also abroad. The vaccine has been registered in dozens of foreign countries.
The vaccine consists of adenovirus vectors that cannot reproduce. The coronavirus gene is embedded in their DNA, which the vaccine delivers to the body so that it gives an immune response.
Who can I bet on?
The drug passed three stages of clinical trials and was considered successful. Anyone over 18 years of age can be vaccinated with Sputnik V.
Contraindications for vaccination
It should not be given to those who have severe allergies. It is also worth waiting for recovery for those who have worsened chronic diseases. It is prohibited to vaccinate pregnant and lactating women, as well as minors under 18 years of age.
Interval between vaccinations
Sputnik V is given at intervals of 21 days between two doses.
When will antibodies appear?
Within three weeks after the second vaccination, antibodies will appear in the person’s body. The test will show them no earlier than on the 42nd day after the first vaccination.
How long does immunity last?
The developers of the drug guarantee that immunity from the vaccine lasts up to two years, taking into account data on other vector vaccines. Definitive data on antibody retention will be several years away.
Serum "Vetbiofarm" "Giskan-5": reviews from animal owners
The drug has a huge number of positive reviews. And both from owners and veterinarians. Both of them claim that the drug is simply irreplaceable. Many owners whose pets contracted the plague or viral diseases while still a puppy are sure that their pets survived only thanks to Giskan-5. Among the main advantages of this drug noted by dog owners is that puppies that cannot yet be vaccinated are allowed to inject it.
Thus, the drug copes with its function perfectly and is suitable even for the smallest pets.
Instructions for use
The pharmaceutical solution Globfel-4 is administered in a dosage depending on the body weight of the animal.
If a veterinarian has prescribed Globfel-4 to immunize a cat, then it is usually administered under the skin of the animal once in a dosage of 1 ml, provided that the body weight of the purr is less than 10 kg. For heavier pets, you will need to inject 2 ml of a pharmaceutical solution. If necessary, the frequency of procedures can be increased to 2-4 times a day. "Vitafel" is used in a similar way.
"EpiVacCorona"
“EpiVacCorona” is the second Russian vaccine created at the State Research Center of Virology and Biotechnology “Vector” under Rospotrebnadzor. Unlike Sputnik V, the vaccine does not contain coronavirus particles. The drug is completely synthetic. This means that the vaccine elements do not multiply in the human body, but only cause an immune response.
EpiVacCorona is believed to have a broader immune response to all types of pathogens, rather than specific strains.
Who can I bet on?
The drug is suitable for patients of all ages, but it is advisable to vaccinate those over 18 years of age. Due to its structure, EpiVacCorona is suitable for people with weakened immune systems.
People over 65 years of age are advised to take EpiVacCorona three times, since the immunological effectiveness of the drug decreases with age.
Contraindications for vaccination
The contraindications largely duplicate those of Sputnik V. These are severe forms of allergies, acute diseases or exacerbations of chronic ones (vaccination can only be done after recovery or remission). Also, the drug should not be used by pregnant and lactating women, as well as children under 18 years of age.
In addition, the vaccine cannot be given to patients with primary immunodeficiency, cancer patients or patients with blood diseases. Also, those who have had a reaction or post-vaccination complication due to a previous vaccine administration should not be injected with EpiVacCorona.
Interval between vaccinations
The interval between two vaccinations of the Novosibirsk drug is 21 days.
When will antibodies form?
Antibodies of this vaccine can only be seen using special test systems. Conventional tests cannot always determine the level of immune response. The first antibodies appear two weeks after the first vaccination; full immunity in the body will be formed only 7–14 days after the second vaccination.
It is recommended to check antibody levels no earlier than 42 days after the first vaccination. This is usually done in the institutions where the vaccination was given.
How long does immunity last?
Immunity from EpiVacCorona lasts only up to nine months. While the final results have not been received, they will be available later
several years after the vaccine was created.
Serum cost
The price of Giscan 5 for dogs depends on the region, but on average it is 1000–1100 rubles. This is a significant amount, but there are 10 pieces in a package. Since you use a maximum of three doses for one animal, it is more profitable to buy serum individually. For one bottle you will pay 100–110 rubles. The product is sold in most veterinary pharmacies and does not require a prescription.
Does the drug have side effects?
Research and practice have shown that there are practically no side effects from the serum. In rare cases, an allergic reaction may occur, but this is an individual intolerance to the components, then the dog is given antihistamines and another method of protection against viruses is chosen.
Within the normal range, the following may be observed:
- weakness and drowsiness;
- decreased appetite;
- slight increase in temperature;
- compaction at the injection site.
All these phenomena are not considered complications and go away on their own within a day. Do not try to force water or food on the dog, provide it with peace.
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If your dog is allergic, for safety reasons, administer an antihistamine (the one you usually use) 15-20 minutes before the serum injection.
