Antiparasitics
No permethrin for cats
Updated on 22/07/2019
Keywords : Pharmacovigilance, Antiparasitics
As part of the veterinary pharmacovigilance scheme ANSES operates via the French Agency for Veterinary Medicinal Products, serious or even fatal adverse reactions in cats treated with topical antiparasitics containing permethrin, normally intended for dogs, are regularly reported. ANSES therefore reminds cat owners that they should never use permethrin-based veterinary drugs, and offers some advice on how to avoid poisoning.
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The proper use of ectoparasiticides in domestic animals
Updated on 25/04/2018
Keywords : Veterinary medicinal products, Antiparasitics
Ectoparasites (parasites living on the outside of their host) can cause serious diseases in animals as well as diseases transmissible to humans. Veterinary medicinal products are available to control and/or prevent these diseases.
Head lice treatments
Updated on 04/08/2016
Keywords : Antiparasitics, Veterinary medicinal products
Antiparasitics, insecticides and anti-mite treatments intended for pets should never be used on humans, especially children. Veterinary medicinal products obtain marketing authorisation (MA) prior to marketing based on a risks vs benefits assessment for the animal they are to be used on. If the risks for humans have been identified and evaluated, it is only with regard to the risks for individuals who handle or administer the products.
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