Defra Investigation Services (DIS) concluded an investigation case in which unauthorized veterinary medicines were seized. The products, which were intended for use in dogs, were not authorized for use in Great Britain (GB) or Northern Ireland (NI).
The products seized included two boxes of German-packaged Drontal Plus Tablets, with 104 tablets each, and one box of mixed Vaccine Vials. These products were not authorized for use in GB or NI, and their possession violated Regulation 26 of the Veterinary Medicines Regulations 2013.
Regulation 26 specifically prohibits the possession of unauthorized veterinary medicines. This is because unauthorized products have not been assessed for safety and efficacy, and their use can lead to significant harm to animals. The regulations ensure that only authorized veterinary medicines are used to protect animal health and welfare.
The seizure of these unauthorized products is an important step in maintaining the safety of veterinary medicines in GB and NI. It is vital that pet owners only use authorized veterinary medicines to protect their pets’ health and well-being. The regulation and monitoring of veterinary medicines are critical to ensuring that animals receive safe and effective treatments.
Defra Investigation Services (DIS) will continue to investigate and seize unauthorized veterinary medicines to ensure that the regulations are upheld and that animal welfare is protected. It is the responsibility of all pet owners and veterinary professionals to ensure that they only use authorized veterinary medicines to treat animals. The use of unauthorized products is a violation of the regulations and puts animal health and welfare at risk.
Source: Gov[Dot]UK
