Methodology of environmental risk assessment for 5 ectoparasiticidal VMPs for cats and dogs - Scientific guideline

This concept paper aims to outline the CVMP's approach regarding the elaboration of guidance on the assessment methodology to be used where the current default assumptions are not considered to be appropriate for ectoparasiticidal VMPs, including the nature of data to be provided in such cases.

Keywords: Environmental risk assessment, parasiticides, veterinary medicinal product, companion animals, cats, dogs

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Concept paper for the development of a guideline on the methodology of environmental risk assessment for ectoparasiticidal VMPs for cats and dogs

Draft: consultation openConsultation dates: 20/06/2025 to 31/10/2025Reference Number: EMA/CVMP/ERA/499198/2024Summary:

This concept paper aims to outline the CVMP's approach regarding the elaboration of guidance on the assessment methodology to be used where the current default assumptions are not considered to be appropriate for ectoparasiticidal VMPs, including the nature of data to be provided in such cases.

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