Advice on impacts of using antimicrobials in animals

The European Medicines Agency (EMA) is involved in monitoring and evaluating the risks of using antibiotics in animals. It has looked in particular at the risk of the development of antimicrobial resistance in animals and of the possible transmission of resistance to humans.

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VeterinaryAntimicrobial resistanceResearch and development
Maximum residue limit assessment reports

The European Medicines Agency (EMA) publishes assessment reports on maximum residue limits for active substances contained in veterinary medicines, which have been assessed by the EMA's Committee for Medicinal Products for Veterinary Use (CVMP) and are currently pending the adoption of a legally binding Regulation by the European Commission.

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VeterinaryRegulatory and procedural guidanceMaximum residue limitMedicinesResearch and development