Can a prescription be filled for a pet?
Can a prescription be filled for a pet?
According to Linda Kim-Jung, PharmD, a safety reviewer in CVM’s Division of Veterinary Product Safety, “A number of the medication errors that occur in the treatment of people are similar to those we are seeing in the treatment of animals.” Prescriptions for pets are sometimes filled in the same pharmacies that serve human patients.
Can a veterinarian give the wrong medication to a pet?
The veterinarian prescribes medications that you hope will make your friend better. But with pets, as with people, medication errors can happen. Pet owners may mistakenly be given the wrong medicine for any number of reasons.
When did the FDA start the veterinary medication error program?
In 2008, FDA’s Center for Veterinary Medicine (CVM) started to take a closer look at error reports on medications for animals and to focus on ways to increase the safe use of those medications. The CVM formally established its Veterinary Medication Error Program in 2010.
According to Linda Kim-Jung, PharmD, a safety reviewer in CVM’s Division of Veterinary Product Safety, “A number of the medication errors that occur in the treatment of people are similar to those we are seeing in the treatment of animals.” Prescriptions for pets are sometimes filled in the same pharmacies that serve human patients.
What should I have on hand for my Pet during an emergency?
Stock at least a 1-week supply of food and fresh water on hand for your pet, as well as a 1-week supply of medication, if your pet takes medication. Include copies of your pet’s vaccination records and other medical records in your pet preparedness kit.
The veterinarian prescribes medications that you hope will make your friend better. But with pets, as with people, medication errors can happen. Pet owners may mistakenly be given the wrong medicine for any number of reasons.
How does taking care of a pet help your health?
Caring for a pet can help you make healthy lifestyle changes by: Increasing exercise. Taking a dog for a walk, hike, or run are fun and rewarding ways to fit healthy daily exercise into your schedule.