FDA
First generic firocoxib chewable tablets approved by the FDA for dogs
The new drug product is indicated for dogs with pain and inflammation associated with osteoarthritis, and postoperative pain and inflammation associated with soft-tissue and orthopedic surgery.
FDA approves 2 antibiotics for treating swine respiratory disease
The new prescription drugs from Merck Animal Health are broad-spectrum medications for combating organisms that cause the illness.
Jaguar Animal Health seeks MUMS designation from FDA to expand canine diarrhea treatment
Crofelemer (Canalevia-CA1) is conditionally approved by the FDA for treatment of chemotherapy-induced diarrhea in dogs and could also be used to treat exercise-induced diarrhea.
First monoclonal antibody for animals approved by FDA to control pain in cats
Frunevetmab injection (Zoetis; Solensia) is the first treatment for pain associated with osteoarthritis in cats.
FDA guidance promotes antimicrobial stewardship through increased veterinary oversight
Antimicrobial stewardship has taken the human health world by storm, and now, it’s securing its place in veterinary medicine.