Pharmacology

Tirnovetmab (Befrena; Elanco) injection received USDA approval in late 2025.

The European Medicines Agency has recommended Nobivac NXT HCPChFelV for market authorization in the European Union.

Pregabalin chewable tablets target nerve-related pain by reducing the release of neurotransmitters involved in pain signaling within the spinal cord.

New research and treatment methods are finding ways to combat the parasitic Varroa mite to save colonies from collapsing.

Jennifer Miller, DVM, discusses how a pet's bond with their owner can benefit outcomes with treatment for skin conditions.

Christopher Pachel, DVM, DACVB, CABC, discusses the value of a drug treatment for dogs that addresses 2 behaviors, rather than separate therapies.

The FDA's approval of tasipimidine oral solution (Tessie) marks the first time a single product has received federal clearance for both noise aversion and separation anxiety in dogs.

The oral moxidectin therapy is available over the counter.

After years of off-label use, veterinarians now have the first FDA-approved amlodipine formulation specifically indicated for cats with systemic hypertension.

The virtual sessions will address the Animal Drug User Fee Act and Animal Generic Drug User Fee Act.

The authorization adds to a growing list of treatments cleared under emergency use as federal agencies ramp up efforts to prevent New World screwworm from reestablishing in the United States.

Mixlab and Instinct are collaborating to assist veterinarians with prescription ordering and workflow efficiency.

New study results from Gallant show that 76% of cats improved after receiving intravenous uterine-derived mesenchymal stromal cell therapy, an immune-modulating treatment that doesn't require patient-derived cells.

Boehringer Ingelheim will have the therapy available in several European countries by the end of April 2026.

The medetomidine threat is serious, and veterinary professionals can help mitigate risk by taking action to keep a problem from arising in their facilities.

A professional overview of compounding's role in modern medicine and the regulations that govern it.

The product by Bimeda Animal Health is a proton pump inhibitor.

nixiFLOR by Parnell Technologies is the first therapy approved by the FDA as a bioequivalent to Resflor Gold (Merck Animal Health).

The author, a veterinary medical advisor for Biogal Labs, clarifies common misconceptions.

A small prospective study suggests dapagliflozin is well tolerated in dogs with heart disease and may influence oxidative biomarkers, though a clear natriuretic effect was not observed.

A puppy was brought to DoveLewis Veterinary Emergency & Specialty Hospital in Oregon after ingesting a toxic dose of carprofen.

Officials with the FDA are aiming to help drug developers validate new approach methodologies.

Fluralaner for extended-release injectable suspension (Bravecto Quantum; Merck Animal Health) is indicated for treating flea and tick infestations in dogs.

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The Board of Pharmacy Specialties is reviewing a petition from several professional organizations and seeking public comments on creating a new specialty certification focused on animal health.