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Recall issued due to product defect
Particulates were found in some batches of Alfaxan and Alfaxan Multidose 10mg/ml Solution for Injection.

Specific batches of Alfaxan and Alfaxan Multidose affected

The Veterinary Medicines Directorate (VMD) is making vets and wholesalers aware that certain batches of Alfaxan and Alfaxan Multidose 10mg/ml Solution for Injection has been recalled.

Jurox UK issued a recall of specific batches after particulates were found during routine stability testing.

The manufacturer is contacting wholesalers and vets to urge them to examine their inventory immediately and quarantine any recalled products.

Affected batches are:

Batch No. Description Vm Number Pack Size Expiry
55523 Alfaxan Multidose 10 mg/ml Solution for injection for dogs, cats and pet rabbits Vm 25296/4004 10 ml 16/04/21
48317 Alfaxan 10 mg/ml Solution for injection for dogs, cats and pet rabbits Vm 25296/4003 10 ml 22/01/23
62816 Alfaxan 10 mg/ml Solution for injection for dogs, cats and pet rabbits Vm 25296/4003 10 ml 16/07/23

 

 

All other batches and the 20ml pack size are not affected by the recall.
For more information, contact Richard Beckwith on 07584 099536 or richard.beckwith@jurox.co.uk

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RCVS announces 1CPD app update

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 The RCVS has announced a new version of its 1CPD mobile app, with enhanced features for veterinary surgeons and veterinary nurses to record their continuing professional development.

The mobile app includes a new 'what would you like to do?' shortcut for frequent tasks, a notification badge, and the ability to scan a QR code from the home screen to easily record an activity.

Users will be prompted to update the app from the App Store or Google Play the next time they log in. For more information, visit RCVS.org.uk 

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Nominations open for RCVS and VN Council elections

The nomination period for the 2026 RCVS Council and VN Council elections is now open, with three veterinary surgeon seats and two veterinary nurse seats available.

Prospective candidates can download an information pack and nomination form from the RCVS website. Individuals can nominate themselves for the elections, with the results to be announced in the spring.

Clare Paget, the recently appointed RCVS Registrar and elections returning officer, said: "If you want to play your part in influencing and moulding how the professions are regulated, and making key decisions on matters of great importance to your peers, the public and animal health and welfare, please consider standing for RCVS Council or VN Council next year."

Nominations close at 5pm on Saturday, 31 January 2026.