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Date: | Fri, 27 Jan 1995 23:03:44 -0500 |
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We've had our first allergic reaction to the new Galaxy Distemper vaccine.
We had been using Fromm D successfully for nearly 2 years, having given well
over 100 vaccinations. We've given maybe (I have to look at the records)
20-30 vaccinations with Galaxy. Tonight we were giving shots to some we're
taking to the AFA Expo, and one had a severe reaction. Not, what I consider
the more typical shocky reaction where they turn pale and have severe diahrea
and throwing up. This reaction was a turning bright red, swelling, and
difficulty breathing. We immediately administered about 1 ml of childrens
benedryl and rushed him to the vet. Longest trip I've made since two hours
previously when I rushed another to the vet for a different emergency; and
yesterday it was an intestional blockage in one we just picked up for the
shelter. Sure glad we have a ferret knowlegable vet around here.
Anyway, all seem to be doing better. I realize that the numbers involved
here on the Galaxy are just too small to be meaningful. And I sure don't
intend to frighten anyone or say that the Galaxy is "not good". Just watch
out for reactions in any vaccine. Stick around the vet's office for a while
after the vaccination is administered just to make sure. And this may be a
good place to exchange experiences on allergic reactions to vaccinations to
see if there might be problems.
Dick B.
[Posted in FML issue 1088]
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