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Use of prescription drugs in veterinary medicine
Veterinary prescription drugs are those drugs restricted by federal law to use by or on the order of a licensed veterinarian.
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PetMed Express probation lifted
PetMed Express probation lifted The Florida Department of Health's Board of Pharmacy has granted a request from…
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FDA's stance on compounding from bulk drugs challenged
Compounding pharmacies are pursuing legal challenges to the Food and Drug Administration's stance on compounding drugs
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Internet prescribing standards encouraged by AVMA
he Executive Board adopted a position encouraging standards for prescribing and dispensing FDA-approved prescription drugs via the Internet.
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Valuable information regarding generic drugs
The ever-rising price of prescription drugs is a phenomenon that affects nearly every American
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DEA issues pain medication FAQ
The Drug Enforcement Administration has issued a frequently asked questions document to cover
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FDA warns compounders, veterinarians
FDA warns compounders, veterinarians The Food and Drug Administration has issued at least five warning letters to …
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Wellness resources allocated
Wellness resources allocated During Executive Board discussion of physical, mental, and professional wellness…
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Legal challenges, now and tomorrow
Veterinarians must educate legislators, judges, and the public about the ways in which veterinary medicine benefits human and animal health
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PPA loss leaves veterinarians looking for alternatives
On Nov 3, the FDA announced a decision to initiate rule making to classify phenylpropanolamine as not generally recognized as
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Public health and safety innovations come from veterinary community
In June, the 18th annual Secretary of Health and Human Services Awards Ceremony for Innovations in Health Promotion and Disease Prevention were held…
Compounding from bulk drug substances
Learn about GFI #256, which clarifies the circumstances under which FDA does not intend to pursue enforcement action for compounding animal drugs from…
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FDA extends educational period for new policy on compounding animal drugs from bulk drug substances
The Food and Drug Administration has delayed enforcement of its finalized guidance regarding compounding animal drugs from bulk drug substances.