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AVMA guidelines on compounding

D Upson1

  • 1College of Veterinary Medicine, Kansas State University, Manhattan 66506.

Journal of the American Veterinary Medical Association
|July 15, 1994
PubMed
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Veterinarians must ensure compounded medications are safe, effective, and necessary for animal health. This involves understanding ingredients, potential residues, and establishing a clear need for treatment, adhering to the principle of "do no harm."

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Area of Science:

  • Veterinary Medicine
  • Pharmacology
  • Animal Health

Background:

  • Compounded medications require veterinarians to possess comprehensive knowledge of all ingredients.
  • Veterinary responsibility extends to ensuring product safety for target animals and preventing violative residues.

Framework:

  • Veterinarians must verify the efficacy of compounded products for intended indications.
  • Establishing a medical and pharmacological need for the treatment is crucial.
  • Veterinary duties encompass jurisprudence, animal welfare, owner relations, and societal responsibility.

Implementation:

  • A thorough understanding of diagnosis, treatment objectives, and regimen planning is essential.
  • Veterinarians must be medically and pharmacologically comfortable with any treatment prescribed.

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  • The principle of "first, do no harm" guides all veterinary treatment decisions.

    • Implications:

    • Upholding these responsibilities ensures ethical and effective veterinary practice.
    • Adherence to these principles safeguards animal health and public trust.
    • This framework supports responsible use of compounded medications in veterinary care.