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VMD recalls cattle antimicrobial over expiration date
The affected batches , G1211-02 and G3823-02, are being recalled ‘with immediate effect.
Recall affects two batches of Framomycin 150mg/ml solution
 
The Veterinary Medicines Directorate has issued a product defect alert for two batches of Framomycin 150mg/ml solution for injection.

Manufactured by Elanco Animal Health, the affected batches, G1211-02 and G3823-02, are being recalled ‘with immediate effect’.

In a statement, the VMD said: ’The reason for the recall is that these batches have an incorrect expiry date printed on the carton and vial label. No other batches are affected.

‘Wholesalers are advised to immediately quarantine any units of this product and contact Elanco so that they can arrange collection.’

For more information about the recall, please contact the Authorisation Holder elancovets@elanco.com or Tel: 01256 353131 Option 1.

 

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Submissions open for BSAVA Clinical Research Abstracts 2026

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 The BSAVA has opened submissions for the BSAVA Clinical Research Abstracts 2026.

It is an opportunity for applicants to present new research on any veterinary subject, such as the preliminary results of a study, discussion of a new technique or a description of an interesting case.

They must be based on high-quality clinical research conducted in industry, practice or academia, and summarised in 250 words.

Applications are welcome from vets, vet nurses, practice managers, and students.

Submissions are open until 6 March 2026. 

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Survey seeks ruminant sector views on antimicrobial stewardship

A new survey is seeking views of people working in the UK ruminant sector on how to tackle the challenge of demonstrating responsible antibiotic stewardship.

Forming part of a wider, collaborative initiative, the results will help identify the types of data available so that challenges with data collection can be better understood and addressed.

Anyone working in the UK farming sector, including vets and farmers,is encouraged to complete the survey, which is available at app.onlinesurveys.jisc.ac.uk