Why was LYMErix taken off the market?
The FDA investigated, but decided the evidence that the vaccine was linked to patients’ arthritis wasn’t strong enough to withdraw its approval for LYMErix. Sales fell nonetheless, and the company pulled the vaccine in 2002.
What are the side effects of Lyme disease vaccine in dogs?
Lyme Vaccine for Dogs: Side Effects
- Vomiting.
- Diarrhea.
- Hives.
- Facial swelling.
- Excessive itching (often of the face)
- Trouble breathing.
- Extreme lethargy or weakness.
- Collapse (due to anaphylactic shock)
How long does Lyme disease vaccine for dogs last?
In other words, about 20% of vaccinated dogs can still become infected with Lyme disease. Some scientific studies indicate that Lyme disease vaccines for dogs may only last about six months, although many more studies are needed to determine if this is true.
Is Lyme a virus or bacteria?
Lyme disease is caused by the bacterium Borrelia burgdorferi and rarely, Borrelia mayonii. It is transmitted to humans through the bite of infected blacklegged ticks. Typical symptoms include fever, headache, fatigue, and a characteristic skin rash called erythema migrans.
Are Lyme shots bad for dogs?
Answer: These vaccines are not as safe as other vaccines we use. In the Banfield study of 1.2 million vaccinated dogs, the Lyme disease vaccine (monovalent bacterin), when used alone, produced more postvaccinal adverse events within 3 days than any other canine vaccine.
Is there a flea and tick vaccine for dogs?
Vaccines are not available for most of the tickborne diseases that dogs can get, and they don’t keep the dogs from bringing ticks into your home. For these reasons, it’s important to use a tick preventive product on your dog.
Does Lyme disease shorten a dog’s life?
Chronic problems from Lyme disease may include kidney, heart, or neurologic problems. In dogs, the most common of these chronic problems is possibly irreversible kidney failure (a form called glomerulonephritis). Kidney failure can ultimately reduce a pet’s quality of life and lifespan.