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Board debates policy points on medicinal products
Thorny issues surrounding the appropriate use of medicinal products—and how to handle adverse events—prompted discussion during the Executive Board…
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All hydrocodone products now schedule II drugs
The Drug Enforcement Administration has scheduled all hydrocodone-containing products as schedule II drugs
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Companies to reduce antimicrobial availability
Hundreds of antimicrobial products will no longer be approved for livestock production uses, such as increased weight gain
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Horse deaths associated with unapproved drug
An unapproved clenbuterol product associated with two horse deaths in Louisiana has prompted the FDA to remind veterinarians and horse
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Not enough hours in the day
Working part time, for reasons that range from caring for children to approaching retirement age, has become a common practice in veterinary…
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Cattle veterinarians honored
Seven veterinarians received awards in September for their contributions to bovine medicine.
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Changes coming in antimicrobial use, availability
When the types of antimicrobials important for human medicine are sold for use in farm animals, only a small portion require a
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FDA’s Dunham delves into drug issues
Dr. Bernadette Dunham, director of the Food and Drug Administration’s Center for Veterinary Medicine, recently fielded questions about drug issues and…
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Reminder: ECP not approved for use in animals
The Food and Drug Administration's Center for Veterinary Medicine has received reports that certain pharmacies and veterinarians have compounded…
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A close call for the National Zoo's Conservation and Research Center
Secretary Small also proposed to eliminate Smithsonian Productions and the Smithsonian Center for Materials Research and Education
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Tramadol becomes controlled substance
The Drug Enforcement Administration has designated tramadol as a controlled substance
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The truth about serum
The anesthesia team is transfusing the patient with plasma believed to contain normal to high protein concentrations.
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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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Monograph on macrocyclic lactones released
The U.S. Pharmacopeia has released a free monograph on macrocyclic lactones.
Your Pet's Medications
Provides basic information for pet owners about pet medications and their safe use.
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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
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Ruling gives FDA discretion in drug withdrawals
An appellate court overturned a ruling that would have made federal drug authorities start proceedings to withdraw some antimicrobial uses in…
Backyard Poultry: Know the Legalities Regarding Treatment Options
Even if a goose, chicken or other poultry is kept as a pet, it is classified and regulated as a food animal species by the FDA.
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FDA seeks comment on Animal Drug User Fee Act
The Food and Drug Administration is seeking comment on the Animal Drug User Fee Act regarding the program's performance and reauthorization.
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Gaining weight
Pre-slaughter weights of livestock species have been increasing since at least the 1920s, and some of the largest gains have occurred in the past 25…
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Board revises acclimation certificates, other forms
Veterinarians should provide an acclimation certificate only as an attachment to a certificate of veterinary inspection
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FDA to allow more drugs for nonfood minor species
The Food and Drug Administration is proposing regulations to implement the index of Legally Marketed Unapproved New Animal Drugs for Minor Species"…