Resistance to drugs that contain antimicrobials
Advice for vets on the use of antimicrobial drugs
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Information covered includes:
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the definition of an antimicrobial and an antibiotic
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the causes of antimicrobial resistance when using veterinary medicines containing them
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recommendations to reduce the risk of antimicrobial resistance and encourage responsible use of antimicrobials
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what can be done in veterinary practice to reduce the emergence of resistance