Veterinary Drug Withdrawal Periods Quiz

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When setting a withdrawal period for a drug used at a higher dose in a dairy cow, the withdrawal period should be at least:

28 days

12 hours

500 degree days

7 days (correct)

How long must records of unauthorised medicines in food animals be kept by a vet?

7 years

10 years

2 years

5 years (correct)

In the context of vet medicines, what does GB refer to?

Northern Ireland

England only

Scotland only

England, Scotland & Wales (correct)

What is the legal requirement for all horses in the UK since 2009?

Equine passports Signup and view all the answers

For horses classified as food animals, the use of the cascade is:

Different Signup and view all the answers

What is contained in an equine passport? Select all that apply.

Identifying information for the horse Signup and view all the answers

Where can the GB MRL Register be accessed?

VMD website or directly via provided link Signup and view all the answers

What is the responsibility of a vet in setting a withdrawal period?

To ensure that the residue level is less than the MRL when animal product enters the food chain Signup and view all the answers

Who can prescribe a medicine for an animal using the Cascade?

Only a veterinary surgeon Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of the Maximum Residue Limit (MRL) for veterinary medicines?

To specify the maximum safe concentration of residue in a food following use of a veterinary medicine Signup and view all the answers

What are the potential risks associated with unauthorised medicines for animals?

May not be of consistent quality, may not be safe and effective, may pose a risk to consumers Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of the Cascade in veterinary medicine?

To allow prescription of unauthorized medicines when no suitable authorized medicine is available Signup and view all the answers

What is the role of a pharmacist in the Cascade?

To dispense an authorized VMP for use under the Cascade, human medicines, or extemporaneously prepared medicines against a prescription from a vet Signup and view all the answers

What is the significance of seeking informed consent for using unauthorised medicines in animals?

Clients should be made aware of the intended use and potential side effects, and their consent should be obtained in writing Signup and view all the answers

What should be done if there is no passport for a horse?

Treat the horse as 'intended for human consumption' in the first instance Signup and view all the answers

When should a vet make the entry into the passport for a horse?

If the horse is intended for human consumption or if no declaration has been made Signup and view all the answers

What is the status of Phenylbutazone in a horse intended for human consumption?

Cannot be used Signup and view all the answers

What should be done with competition horses regarding prohibited substances?

Seek guidance from the affiliation website Signup and view all the answers

Where can the GB MRL Register be accessed?

VMD website Signup and view all the answers

What should be done if health/welfare of a horse is at risk in an emergency?

Treatment with a substance not allowed in food animals is permitted Signup and view all the answers

What should be used first according to the prescribing guidance for horses?

Always use a licensed product first Signup and view all the answers

What should be done if there is no immediate necessity to treat a horse?

Do not treat the horse Signup and view all the answers

What is the status of record-keeping for horses declared as NOT intended for human consumption?

It is not necessary for records to be kept Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of the Cascade in veterinary medicine?

To provide a framework for prescribing alternative medications when the first choice is unavailable or unsuitable Signup and view all the answers

What does authorisation of veterinary medicines entail?

Approval by regulatory authorities for marketing and use in animals based on safety and efficacy Signup and view all the answers

What is the role of a pharmacist in the Cascade?

Ensuring that all prescribed medications are dispensed accurately and according to regulations Signup and view all the answers

What is the status of Phenylbutazone in a horse intended for human consumption?

Prohibited due to potential adverse effects on human health Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of the Maximum Residue Limit (MRL) for veterinary medicines?

To ensure that residues of veterinary medicines in food from treated animals are safe for human consumption Signup and view all the answers

Where can the GB MRL Register be accessed?

On the website of the regulatory authority responsible for veterinary medicines in Great Britain Signup and view all the answers

What should be done if there is no immediate necessity to treat a horse?

Re-evaluate the need for treatment and consider non-pharmacological interventions Signup and view all the answers

What is the importance of following the Cascade and observing rules for competition horses?

Ensuring safe working practices and protecting personnel Signup and view all the answers

What does authorisation of veterinary medicines entail?

Compliance with current guidelines and legislative requirements Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary focus when prescribing for a food-producing horse?

Use of Annexes & Essential List for horses Signup and view all the answers

Who can dispense an authorised VMP for use under the Cascade? Select all that apply.

A SQP with relevant qualification for that species Signup and view all the answers

What is the requirement for a pharmacist or SQP to dispense an authorised VMP under the Cascade?

Relevant qualification for the species in question Signup and view all the answers

What is the role of a veterinarian in the Cascade?

To provide prescriptions for VMPs to be dispensed by pharmacists and SQPs Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary focus of the regulations for treating food-producing horses?

Ensuring the active substance has a Maximum Residue Limit (MRL) in the species Signup and view all the answers

What is a requirement for imported veterinary medicines for food-producing horses?

The products must be authorised in the food-producing species in the country of origin Signup and view all the answers

What is the responsibility of the veterinarian when using the Cascade for treating food-producing horses?

To ensure the active substance has a Maximum Residue Limit (MRL) in the food-producing species Signup and view all the answers

What is the minimum statutory withdrawal period for fish meat?

500 degree days Signup and view all the answers

What is the minimum statutory withdrawal period for milk?

7 days Signup and view all the answers

What is the minimum statutory withdrawal period for meat from poultry and mammals?

28 days Signup and view all the answers

What is the minimum duration for which records of unauthorised medicines in food animals must be kept by a vet?

5 years Signup and view all the answers

What information must be recorded regarding the medicines administered to food animals? Select all that apply

Name and quantity of active substance and withdrawal period Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is a required record for unauthorised medicines in food animals? select all that apply.

Result of clinical assessment Signup and view all the answers

Which step of the prescribing cascade allows the use of a vet medicine authorised in GB or UK wide for a different species, with a specific requirement if it's a food-producing animal?

Step 3 Signup and view all the answers

In which step of the prescribing cascade is a Special Import Certificate (SIC) from the VMD required for a vet medicine authorised in NI for indicated species and condition?

Step 2 Signup and view all the answers

When can a human medicinal product authorised in GB, NI, or UK be used in the prescribing cascade without the need for a Special Import Certificate (SIC)?

Step 4 Signup and view all the answers

In the prescribing cascade, when can a human medicinal product authorized in GB, NI, or UK be used without the need for a Special Import Certificate (SIC)?

Step 5 Signup and view all the answers

In which step of the prescribing cascade is a vet medicine authorized in NI for indicated species and condition allowed, requiring a Special Import Certificate (SIC) from the VMD?

Step 2 Signup and view all the answers

What is the last step in the prescribing cascade that allows the use of an extemporaneous preparation prepared by a vet, pharmacist, or person holding a Manufacturer’s authorization in the UK?

Step 5 Signup and view all the answers

When using the prescribing cascade, which step allows the use of a vet medicine authorized in GB, NI, or UK wide for a different species, with a specific requirement if it's a food-producing animal?

Step 3 Signup and view all the answers

In the context of the prescribing cascade, what is the first step that allows the use of a vet medicine authorized in GB or UK wide for use in the indicated species and condition?

Step 1 Signup and view all the answers

What is the Essential Substances List for horses intended for consumption?

A list of additional substances with a minimum 6-month withdrawal period Signup and view all the answers

Under what condition can additional substances be used in horses intended for consumption?

When a minimum 6-month withdrawal period is applied Signup and view all the answers

Who does the Essential Substances List apply to?

Horses intended for consumption Signup and view all the answers

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When setting a withdrawal period for a drug used at a higher dose in a dairy cow, the withdrawal period should be at least:

How long must records of unauthorised medicines in food animals be kept by a vet?

In the context of vet medicines, what does GB refer to?

What is the legal requirement for all horses in the UK since 2009?

For horses classified as food animals, the use of the cascade is:

What is contained in an equine passport? Select all that apply.

Where can the GB MRL Register be accessed?

What is the responsibility of a vet in setting a withdrawal period?

Who can prescribe a medicine for an animal using the Cascade?

What is the purpose of the Maximum Residue Limit (MRL) for veterinary medicines?

What are the potential risks associated with unauthorised medicines for animals?

What is the purpose of the Cascade in veterinary medicine?

What is the role of a pharmacist in the Cascade?

What is the significance of seeking informed consent for using unauthorised medicines in animals?

What should be done if there is no passport for a horse?

When should a vet make the entry into the passport for a horse?

What is the status of Phenylbutazone in a horse intended for human consumption?

What should be done with competition horses regarding prohibited substances?

Where can the GB MRL Register be accessed?

What should be done if health/welfare of a horse is at risk in an emergency?

What should be used first according to the prescribing guidance for horses?

What should be done if there is no immediate necessity to treat a horse?

What is the status of record-keeping for horses declared as NOT intended for human consumption?

What is the purpose of the Cascade in veterinary medicine?

What does authorisation of veterinary medicines entail?

What is the role of a pharmacist in the Cascade?

What is the status of Phenylbutazone in a horse intended for human consumption?

What is the purpose of the Maximum Residue Limit (MRL) for veterinary medicines?

Where can the GB MRL Register be accessed?

What should be done if there is no immediate necessity to treat a horse?

What is the importance of following the Cascade and observing rules for competition horses?

What does authorisation of veterinary medicines entail?

What is the primary focus when prescribing for a food-producing horse?

Who can dispense an authorised VMP for use under the Cascade? Select all that apply.

What is the requirement for a pharmacist or SQP to dispense an authorised VMP under the Cascade?

What is the role of a veterinarian in the Cascade?

What is the primary focus of the regulations for treating food-producing horses?

What is a requirement for imported veterinary medicines for food-producing horses?

What is the responsibility of the veterinarian when using the Cascade for treating food-producing horses?

What is the minimum statutory withdrawal period for fish meat?

What is the minimum statutory withdrawal period for milk?

What is the minimum statutory withdrawal period for meat from poultry and mammals?

What is the minimum duration for which records of unauthorised medicines in food animals must be kept by a vet?

What information must be recorded regarding the medicines administered to food animals? Select all that apply

Which of the following is a required record for unauthorised medicines in food animals? select all that apply.

Which step of the prescribing cascade allows the use of a vet medicine authorised in GB or UK wide for a different species, with a specific requirement if it's a food-producing animal?

In which step of the prescribing cascade is a Special Import Certificate (SIC) from the VMD required for a vet medicine authorised in NI for indicated species and condition?

When can a human medicinal product authorised in GB, NI, or UK be used in the prescribing cascade without the need for a Special Import Certificate (SIC)?

In the prescribing cascade, when can a human medicinal product authorized in GB, NI, or UK be used without the need for a Special Import Certificate (SIC)?

In which step of the prescribing cascade is a vet medicine authorized in NI for indicated species and condition allowed, requiring a Special Import Certificate (SIC) from the VMD?

What is the last step in the prescribing cascade that allows the use of an extemporaneous preparation prepared by a vet, pharmacist, or person holding a Manufacturer’s authorization in the UK?

When using the prescribing cascade, which step allows the use of a vet medicine authorized in GB, NI, or UK wide for a different species, with a specific requirement if it's a food-producing animal?

In the context of the prescribing cascade, what is the first step that allows the use of a vet medicine authorized in GB or UK wide for use in the indicated species and condition?

What is the Essential Substances List for horses intended for consumption?

Under what condition can additional substances be used in horses intended for consumption?

Who does the Essential Substances List apply to?

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