ATCvet code QI02

Veterinary vaccines for cattle

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ATCvet code QI02

A cow in a field, representing the target species for QI02 vaccines

ATCvet code QI02 is a therapeutic subgroup of the Anatomical Therapeutic Chemical Classification System for veterinary medicinal products. It is part of the group QI, which stands for immunologicals for veterinary use. Specifically, QI02 is designated for vaccines used in cattle.

The ATCvet system is used to classify veterinary drugs and other products, and it is maintained by the World Health Organization (WHO). The QI02 code is used to categorize vaccines that are specifically formulated to prevent diseases in cattle, which are a significant part of the agricultural industry worldwide.

Subgroups

The QI02 code is further divided into subgroups based on the type of vaccine and the specific diseases they target. These subgroups help in identifying the precise use of each vaccine within the cattle population.

QI02A: Inactivated bacterial vaccines

This subgroup includes vaccines that contain inactivated (killed) bacteria. These vaccines are used to protect cattle against bacterial infections such as anthrax, blackleg, and leptospirosis.

QI02B: Live bacterial vaccines

Live bacterial vaccines contain attenuated (weakened) bacteria. They are used to immunize cattle against diseases like brucellosis and tuberculosis.

QI02C: Inactivated viral vaccines

These vaccines contain viruses that have been inactivated. They are used to protect cattle from viral infections such as foot-and-mouth disease, bovine viral diarrhea, and infectious bovine rhinotracheitis.

QI02D: Live viral vaccines

Live viral vaccines contain attenuated viruses. They are used for diseases like bovine respiratory syncytial virus and bovine parainfluenza.

QI02E: Bacterial and viral vaccines, combined

This subgroup includes vaccines that contain both bacterial and viral components. They are used to provide broad-spectrum protection against multiple pathogens.

QI02F: Vaccines for other diseases

This category includes vaccines for diseases that do not fall into the previous categories, such as bovine spongiform encephalopathy (BSE) and Johne's disease.

Importance of Vaccination in Cattle

Vaccination is a critical component of cattle farming and animal husbandry. It helps in preventing outbreaks of infectious diseases, which can have devastating effects on cattle populations and the agricultural economy. Vaccines also contribute to animal welfare by reducing the incidence of disease and the need for antibiotics.

Related pages

• ATCvet code QI
• Cattle health
• Veterinary medicine
• Animal vaccination