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Prednidale tablets recalled over 'microbial contamination'
The VMD has issued a product defect recall alert for two batches of Predinale 5 mg tablets.
Recall applies to two batches of Prednidale 5 mg tablets.

The Veterinary Medicines Directorate (VMD) has issued a product defect recall alert for two batches of Prednidale 5 mg tablets for dogs and cats, used in the treatment of inflammatory and allergic conditions.

In a press release, the VMD writes that the product, manfactured by Dechra Veterinary Products, is being recalled owing to 'microbial contamination'. The recall applies to the following batches only:

119501 Predinale 5mg Tablets Expiry July 2021
120633 Predinale 5mg tablets Expiry October 2021

The VMD states: 'Dechra Veterinary Products is contacting wholesale dealers and veterinary surgeons to examine inventory immediately and quarantine products subject to this recall.'

More information about the recall is available via Ms Carol Morgan at carol.morgan@dechra.com

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Webinar to explore AMR in vet dentistry

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 The WSAVA has invited veterinary professionals to a webinar on responsible antibiotic usage in dentistry.

On 19 November 2025, at 1am, Dr J Scott Weese and Dr Brooke Niemiec will share the latest advice for antimicrobial use. They will present research on oral bacterology, and explain how attendees can choose appropriate antibiotics.

The session will cover pre-, intra- and post-operative guidelines, with recommendations for various pathologies.

The webinar is designed to support veterinary professionals to make informed decisions and tackle antimicrobial resistance.

Attendees can register here. 

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Dechra launches checklist for veterinary sustainability

Global animal health specialist Dechra has announced the world's first Veterinary Green Theatre Checklist (VGTC) to help make surgery more sustainable.

Endorsed by leading veterinary organisations, including the BEVA, BVNA and RCVS Knowledge, the checklist is designed to reduce the environmental footprint of veterinary care, while supporting better animal health outcomes.

The checklist was launched at the World Congress of Veterinary Anaesthesia and Analgesia in Paris and will be followed by an internal training and awareness campaign. For more information, visit dechra.com