Many OTC livestock antibiotics to require prescription starting June 11

Many OTC livestock antibiotics to require prescription starting June 11
Many OTC livestock antibiotics to require prescription starting June 11

In January, the Food & Drug Administration (FDA) released specific details on a change to how certain antibiotics for animal use may be purchased. As of June 11, 2023, a number of veterinary antibiotics considered “medically important antimicrobials” previously sold over the counter will require a veterinary prescription in order to purchase. Here are answers to some common questions surroundi…