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Four flea, tick products linked to seizures, ataxia
Four flea and tick products may cause seizures, tremors, and lost coordination in some cats and dogs.
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FDA clarifies use of monensin
Rumensin is the first approved new animal drug feed ingredient for dairy cows that increases milk production.
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DEA provides update on opioid shortage
The Drug Enforcement Administration released a statement April 10 on the ongoing opioid shortages affecting both human and veterinary medicine.
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The ProHeart debate
In January, the Food and Drug Administration's Veterinary Medicine Advisory Committee and consultants heard presentations
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Frustration mounts over opioid shortage
Drug shortages and discontinuations are nothing new to veterinary medicine.
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Drug-related positions approved
The Executive Board approved two new position statements, three revised positions, and rescission of an existing position
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Reminder: extralabel drug use of sulfonamides in lactating dairy cattle prohibited
The Food and Drug Administration's Center for Veterinary Medicine reminds veterinarians that extralabel use of sulfonamides is prohibited.
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AVMA working group helps navigate opioid abuse epidemic
An AVMA working group has taken up the task of providing needed information to help veterinary professionals contribute productively to the national…
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Internet drug sales to U.S. pet owners questioned
The AVMA occasionally receives questions from veterinarians who believe their clients have purchased—without their
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DEA provides update on opioid shortage
The U.S. Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) released a statement last week on the ongoing opioid shortages affecting both human and veterinary…
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Cannabis research for veterinary patients advancing, cautiously
More than half the country has legalized marijuana use in one form or another.
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Revised guide to drug, vaccine, pesticide use in aquaculture available
The revised edition of the popular Guide to Drug, Vaccine, and Pesticide Use in Aquaculture is now available as a Web document
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Move follows AABP conference
The American Association of Bovine Practitioners moved its headquarters from Georgia to Alabama
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FDA may change drug uses in 5-year plan
Federal authorities plan to expand limits on who can buy antimicrobials for use in livestock and how long they can be used.
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Joint AVMA-FVE-CVMA statement on continuous monitoring of antimicrobial use and antimicrobial resistance
The AVMA, Federation of Veterinarians of Europe and Canadian Veterinary Medical Association endorse this statement on continuous monitoring of…
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Drug compounding position statement adopted
Compounding services have become more abundant as veterinary pharmacies multiply and enjoy financial success.
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Human drug shortages noted on new Web site
TAKE NOTICE Human drug shortages noted on new Web site When veterinarians find it hard to obtain an…
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Foot and mouth disease
Foot-and-mouth disease (FMD) is a severe, highly contagious viral disease of worldwide concern. View AVMA's recommendations for FMD preparedness and…
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Options available to protect against longhorned tick
The invasive longhorned (bush) tick, Haemaphysalis longicornis, has been a growing concern for the veterinary community following the appearance of…
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Compounding Resources will educate veterinary profession
In recent months, the Food and Drug Administration has been cracking down on illegal drug compounding.
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Foundation announces recipients of new research grants
The American Veterinary Medical Foundation recently announced the recipients of new research grants in pharmacology and pain management in dogs.
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Grooms named dean of Iowa State veterinary college
Dr. Grooms is an accomplished scientist, teacher and leader who will build on the college's reputation for excellence and the great achievements
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AABP honors standouts
In Vancouver, the AABP recognized seven members deserving of the association's top honors.
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BSE: Could it happen here? Experts say probably not
As BSE continues its spread in Europe, US authorities are fine-tuning defensive actions to prevent the arrival and spread of the disease