Overview of the current regulatory testing requirements for veterinary medicinal products and opportunities for implementation of the 3Rs - Scientific guideline

This reflection paper provides an overview of the main tests that involve the use of animals that are required for the regulatory testing of veterinary medicines. It also includes opportunities for further improvement in the application of 3Rs. A parallel document on human medicines is also available.

Keywords: 3Rs, regulatory testing, regulatory acceptance, testing approaches, veterinary medicines