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Flea treatment recalled over labelling error
The VMD has issued a product defect recall alert for a single batch of Johnson's 4Fleas 80mg Spot-on solution for Cats.
Recall concerns single batch of Johnson’s 4Fleas 80mg Spot-on Solution for Cats.

The Veterinary Medicines Directorate (VMD) has issued a product defect recall alert for Johnson’s 4Fleas 80mg Spot-on Solution for Cats, manufactured by Johnson’s Veterinary Products Ltd.

In a press release, the VMD reports that the treatment was being recalled owing to a labelling error.

On the leaflet provided in the box, it states: 'For the prevention and treatment and prevention of flea (Ctenocephalides felis) infestations on cats of less than 4 kg bodyweight.'

However, the leaflet should state: 'For the prevention and treatment and prevention of flea (Ctenocephalides felis) infestations on cats greater or equal to 4 kg bodyweight.'

The recall affects only a single batch – DO41 Johnson's 4Fleas Large Cat 6X2X0.8ml – KP0F3U7

The VMD writes: 'Johnson’s Veterinary Products Ltd is contacting wholesale dealers to examine inventory immediately and quarantine products subject to this recall. This issue only applies to the batch listed above. Any other batches of Johnson’s 4Fleas 80mg Spot-on Solution for Cats are not impacted and may continue to be distributed.'

For further details about the recall contact Grant Exall, quality assurance/WQP, email: Grantexall@johnsons-vet.com, or Nick Franks, sales director, email Nickfranks@johnsons-vet.com, or Tel: 0121 378 1684.

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Free CPD announced for BVNA members

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 Zoetis is to present a CPD event for free to members of the British Veterinary Nursing Association (BVNA).

Led by veterinary consultant Ruth Moxon, the one-hour online session is designed to help veterinary nurses discuss parasiticide options with clients. It will advise on structuring recommendations, factors for product choice and moving away from 'selling'.

'How do you recommend parasite treatments to your clients?' will be presented on Tuesday, 20 May at 7.30pm. It is free for BVNA members, with 15.00 tickets for non-members.

Veterinary nurses can email cpd@bvna.co.uk to book their place. 

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BBC Radio 4 documentary addresses corporate fees

BBC Radio 4's File on 4 Investigates has released a documentary exploring how corporate-owned veterinary practices may be inflating bills to increase profit.

Released on 15 April, 'What's Happening To Your Vet Bills?' revealed the policies which many corporate groups have in place to increase their profits. This included targets and upgrades which veterinary teams are tasked with meeting on a regular basis.

It also features Anrich Vets, an independently-owned practice based in Wigan. Following the case of Staffordshire terrier Benjy, who is diagnosed with a tumour, the documentary shares how the team were able to offer contextualised care and advice to make the procedure as affordable as possible for his owners.

The documentary can be heard on demand on BBC iPlayer.