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VMD issues product defect recall alert
The VMD has issued a product defect recall alert for Synulox Lactating Cow Intramammary Suspension.

Recall for Synulox Lactating Cow Intramammary Suspension

The Veterinary Medicines Directorate (VMD has issued a product defect recall alert for Synulox Lactating Cow Intramammary Suspension, manufactured by Zoetis UK.

A statement reads: “Following a recent Good Manufacturing Practice (GMP) inspection of one of the active pharmaceutical ingredient (API) manufacturers for Synulox LC, a statement of non-compliance with GMP has been issued.

“As a precaution, batches of this product containing API that is impacted by this non-compliance statement are being recalled from the market with immediate effect to the end-user (farm) level."

Zoetis UK Ltd is contacting veterinary surgeons and wholesaler dealers to examine inventory and quarantine products subject to this recall.

This issue impacts the following batches that have been placed on the UK market: 

91939702 Synulox LC x 12 syringes 31/01/2021
81950600 Synulox LC x 24 syringes 30/04/2020
81958301 Synulox LC x 24 syringes 30/04/2020
81962601 Synulox LC x 24 syringes 31/05/2020
81966700 Synulox LC x 24 syringes 30/06/2020
81968102 Synulox LC x 24 syringes 30/06/2020
81968300 Synulox LC x 24 syringes 30/06/2020
91927402 Synulox LC x 24 syringes 30/11/2020
91938601 Synulox LC x 24 syringes 31/01/2021
91938700 Synulox LC x 24 syringes 31/01/2021
91954001 Synulox LC x 24 syringes 31/03/2021

 

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Vets launch new podcast for pet owners

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 Two independent vets have launched a podcast to help owners strengthen their bond with pets. Dr Maggie Roberts and Dr Vanessa Howie, who have worked in both veterinary practice and major charities, are keen to use their experience to enable people to give pets a better life.

The venture, called Vets Talking Pets, provides advice and information on a range of topics, including how to select a suitable pet, where to obtain them and how to get the best out of your vet. Maggie and Vanessa will also discuss sensitive subjects, including end-of-life care, raw food diets and the cost of veterinary care.

The podcast can be found on all the usual podcast sites, including Podbean, Apple, Amazon Music and YouTube. 

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VMD issues guidance on AVM-GSL packaging

The Veterinary Medicines Directorate (VMD) has shared advice on its requirements for medicines considered AVM-GSL.

The guidance explains the information that should be on the outer package, and sets out the typical maximum pack size for an AVM-GSL product. It also describes the user-friendly language, structure and phrases required on packaging and product leaflets.

AVM-GSL products do not require discussion between the purchaser and a veterinary professional. This means that clear product information is needed to support sales choices.

The information will be useful for submitting new products to the AVM-GSL category and lowering the distribution category of products from NFA-VPS to AVM-GSL.

The VMD's guidance can be accessed here.