The veterinary formulary

The sixth edition of The Veterinary Formulary has been updated and revised by 51 expert contributors and reviewed by an advisory committee of veterinarians and pharmacologists. Features of this edition include: Revision of over 780 drug monographs from the fifth edition Some 55 new drug monographs Over 1650 UK veterinary preparations Preparation and dosage details for over 700 human-authorised products Existing sections re-arranged to reflect current veterinary practice Many new sections, eg Prescribing for rabbits, Canine pheromonatherapy, and Teat sealants New table giving husbandry requirements for common pet terrestrial invertebrates Revised BVA code of practice on medicines - includes essential legislation and information New easy-to-read appendix on Drug interactions From the reviews of the fifth edition ' ... a very well constructed book which is especially necessary to the veterinary practitioner for the day to day management of all diseases, it is also useful to academics, pharmacists and researchers for a quick reference.' European Journal of Companion Animal Practice.

Guidance on prescribing -- Classified notes on drugs and preparations: Bacterial, fungal, viral and protozoal infections -- Parasitic infections -- Gastro-intestinal system -- Cardiovascular system -- Respiratory system -- Nervous system -- Endocrine system -- Reproductive system --Urinary system -- Musculoskeletal system and joints -- Mastitis -- Eye -- Malignant disease and immunosuppression -- Skin -- Feet -- Nutrition and body fluids -- Production enhancers -- Vaccines and immunological preparations -- Herbal medicines -- Appendices: Drug interactions -- Drug compatibilities and incompatibilities -- Conversions and units -- Weights of animals -- Dosage estimation from body-weight.