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Dispensing foreign products constitutes drug diversion
Dispensing foreign products constitutes drug diversion
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Access to lethal means looked at to lower veterinary suicide rate
Researchers say changes needed to prevent diversion of euthanasia drug
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Backlog of DEA renewal applications causes problems
The Drug Enforcement Administration's Office of Diversion Control has a temporary backlog in processing renewal applications
Veterinary practitioners' guide to DEA security requirements for controlled substances
Understand the security requirements mandated by the DEA for controls and procedures to guard against theft and diversion of controlled substances.
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Veterinarians push against restriction of ketamine
The AVMA and many members have submitted comments emphasizing the importance of access to ketamine ahead of a review by a World Health Organization…
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House to discuss marijuana, VCPR, opioids, service animals
The AVMA House of Delegates plans to discuss the diverse topics of marijuana for treatment of animals, application and definition of the…
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Controlled substance registration fee hike proposed
The Drug Enforcement Administration is proposing to increase the current fee schedule for controlled substances registration
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AVMA webinars help veterinarians navigate opioid epidemic
Three new drug-related webinars are available on demand on AVMA Axon to help veterinarians meet their state’s continuing education (CE) requirements…
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The veterinary profession's role in addressing the opioid epidemic
AVMA strongly recommends that veterinarians, legislators, state veterinary medical boards, and state pharmacy boards work together to create practical…
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DEA publishes controversial new fee schedule for controlled substance registration
The Drug Enforcement Administration's increased fee schedule for controlled substances registration becomes effective Dec. 1
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DEA makes forms available online for registrants
Several reporting forms and applications ae required by the Controlled Substances Act.
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DEA proposes listing propofol as schedule IV drug
The Drug Enforcement Administration is proposing to designate the anesthetic propofol as a schedule IV drug under the Controlled Substances Act.
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Comments sought on issuing multiple prescriptions
The Drug Enforcement Administration has requested comments on a proposed rule to amend its regulations concerning issuance of multiple prescriptions…
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Compound could treat foal pneumonia without promoting drug resistance
Gallium maltolate could be a viable alternative for treating foal pneumonia without promoting drug resistance.
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DEA proposes changes to reporting controlled substance loss
The Drug Enforcement Administration is proposing to amend regulations to clarify its policy regarding registrant reporting
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States track dispensing to counter drug fraud
A third of states and the District of Columbia require reports from veterinarians when they dispense controlled substances
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Surveillance program could protect human and swine health
A pilot swine influenza surveillance program could lead to improvements in vaccines for swine and development of vaccine seed strains for humans.
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Practitioners to submit theft reports to DEA within one day
To clarify existing regulations, the Drug Enforcement Administration has made several amendments,
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DEA lists embutramide as schedule III controlled substance
The Drug Enforcement Administration has placed embutramide into schedule III of the Controlled Substances Act
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Media blitz with AVMA president brings veterinary expertise to the opioid discussion
With opioid issues top-of-mind for millions of Americans, the AVMA seized an opportunity to bring the veterinary perspective to the forefront in a…
Controlled substances in veterinary practice
The veterinary toolbox includes vital medications that are regulated as controlled substances. Here's what veterinarians and veterinary teams need to…
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FDA advises stricter oversight for hydrocodone products
The Food and Drug Administration believes stricter oversight is necessary for hydrocodone combination products to curb abuse
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DEA issues final rule on electronic filing
The regulations will allow registrants to order Schedule I and II substances electronically and maintain the records electronically.
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DEA Web site supplies valuable information
After receiving an increase in requests from AVMA members for information on how to properly maintain a stock of controlled
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DEA issues pain medication FAQ
The Drug Enforcement Administration has issued a frequently asked questions document to cover