Barbervax | Barbers Pole Worm Vaccine

Description

Barbervax Vaccine for Barbers Pole Worm

Barbervax is the world’s first vaccine developed specifically to protect sheep from Barbers Pole worm (Haemonchus contortus), a serious parasite that can rapidly cause anaemia and death. Unlike drenches, Barbervax uses a novel method to stimulate immunity without contributing to drench resistance—making it a vital tool in any worm control program.

Why Use Barbervax?

• Targets Barbers Pole worm specifically, reducing worm egg counts
• Helps prevent drench resistance from worsening
• Safe to use on lambs, ewes, rams and hoggets
• Subcutaneous 1 mL dose—no need to calculate by body weight

How It Works

The vaccine contains small amounts of purified protein from the worm’s gut lining. After injection, the animal’s immune system creates antibodies that are ingested by the worms. These antibodies interfere with digestion, causing the worm to produce fewer eggs and eventually die.

Dosage & Usage

• Initial protection requires 3 doses before peak worm season (usually January to April)
• Booster shots required every 6 weeks during the risk period
• Inject 1 mL subcutaneously behind the ear or on the side of the neck
• Use a fixed-volume 1 mL vaccinator for best accuracy

Important Notes

• Barbervax is not a knockdown treatment—it controls disease by reducing egg output
• Drenches may still be required during the initial vaccination phase or to manage other worm types
• Keep refrigerated (2°C – 8°C) and administer with care to avoid self-injection

Benefits of Ongoing Use

• Reduces reliance on chemical drenches
• Helps protect sheep during periods of high worm challenge
• Ideal for regions with known drench resistance problems

Technical Information

These documents provide verified product information for safety, handling and regulatory compliance.

• Safety Data Sheet (SDS): (Not Supplied)
• Product Label: Barbervax Barber’s Pole Worm Vaccine_LABEL
• Product TechSheet: (Not Supplied)
• APVMA Product Registration Number: 90013

To learn more about Barbers Pole Worm (Haemonchus contortus) read this article on Haemonchus contortus (Barber’s Pole Worm) In Sheep, Goats And Camelids

To learn more about Barbervax and how to incorporate it into your worm management plan, visit our Barbervax brand page. Trusted by producers Australia-wide, Barbervax is supported by years of research and offers an alternative to traditional drenching alone.