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This document details the service standards of the Veterinary Medicines Directorate (VMD)
The Veterinary Medicines Directorate (VMD) protects animal health, public health and the environment. VMD is an executive agency, sponsored by the Department for Environment, Food & Rural Affairs .
News and guidance on veterinary medicines issues affected by coronavirus (COVID-19).
How to obtain an authorisation to wholesale veterinary medicines.
How to apply for an authorisation to manufacture authorised veterinary medicines or medicines marketed under the Exemptions for small pet animals.
A collection of the published Veterinary Medicines Directorate Annual Reports and Accounts.
Resources to help primary care practitioners promote the appropriate use of antibiotics in dental care.
This guide describes how establishments should apply to nominate someone for a named veterinary surgeon (NVS) role.
Prescribing or supplying veterinary medicines including requirements for registration and inspection of premises.
Requirements for an Animal Test Certificate (ATC) to carry out the field trial of a veterinary medicine in animals (clinical trial) in the UK.
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