Veterinary Antibiotics: Uses and Guidelines

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What are antibiotics used for in veterinary medicine?

By , DVM, PhD, Department of Anatomy, Physiology, and Pharmacology, College of Veterinary Medicine, Auburn University Antibiotic drugs are commonly used in veterinary medicine to treat infectious diseases that are caused by bacteria and certain other microorganisms.

What is the veterinary importance of antimicrobial drug therapy?

The early exposure of pathogenic bacteria to effective drug concentrations for an optimum period of time is directly associated with the clinical success of antimicrobial drug therapy. The tables below illustrate the veterinary importance of these antibiotics. The links provide additional drug information. Inhibition of protein synthesis.

Should antibiotics be used in veterinary and human medicine?

The responsible use of antibiotics in both veterinary and human medicine is essential to protect both animal and human health, and ensure that animal-derived products, such as meat, milk, eggs, leather and wool, are safe for human consumption and use. Antibiotics should never be routinely used in place of good animal care practices.

Should antimicrobials be used in animals?

This consensus statement aims to provide guidance on the therapeutic use of antimicrobials in animals, balancing the need for effective therapy with minimizing development of antimicrobial resistance in bacteria from animals and humans. Development of antimicrobials was one of the landmark achievements in medicine.

When should a veterinarian use therapeutic antibiotics?

Therapeutic antibiotics should be used when it is known or suspected that an infectious agent is present which will be susceptible to therapy. It is the responsibility of the veterinarian to choose the antibiotic product, based on his/her informed professional judgment balancing the risks and benefits for humans and animals.

What Is Veterinary Antibiotics

1. https://animalmedicinesaustralia.org.au/industry-stewardship/frequently-asked-questions-about-antibiotic-use-in-animals/
2. https://www.merckvetmanual.com/special-pet-topics/drugs-and-vaccines/guidelines-for-the-use-of-antibiotic-drugs
3. https://amrls.umn.edu/antibiotics-veterinary-medicine

Veterinary Antibiotics Information

1. https://vetantibiotics.science.unimelb.edu.au/
2. https://www.ava.com.au/siteassets/resources/prescribing-guidelines/guidelines-for-prescribing-authorising-and-dispensing-veterinary-medicines-october-2023.pdf