The BSAVA has released a new edition of its Small Animal Formulary, bring with it the simultaneous release of both Part A: Canine and Feline and Part B: Exotic Pets for the first time.

Fergus Allerton has become the Editor-in-Chief for Part A: Canine and Feline, whilst Joanna Hedley is the Editor-in-Chief for Part B: Exotic Pets.

For both formularies, the editorial panels have reviewed the drug monographs to make sure all the information is up to date.

Part A includes:

  • 13 new drug monographs, including additional chemotherapeutic agents.
  • updated guidelines on antibacterial use, which reflect the information provided in the 2018 PROTECT ME initiative.
  • 9 new client information leaflets, available to BSAVA members via the BSAVA Library or the BSAVA app

Part B includes:

  • 12 new drug monographs.
  • reviewed and updated general appendix and protocols

BSAVA President, Sue Paterson said: "The BSAVA Small Animal Formulary is recognised as an invaluable asset for the small animal clinician and is one of the Association’s most useful member benefits. Busy small animal clinicians in both primary care and referral practice will find this evidence-based resource an invaluable help with immediate prescribing advice."

Eligible BSAVA members will receive a complimentary print copy of Part A: Canine and Feline, and those who renew their membership in 2020 will also receive Part B: Exotic Pets as a loyalty reward gift.

Both Part A and Part B are available:

  • As a printed copy (£50 each; £35 to BSAVA members from the BSAVA shop).
  • As part of a 12-month digital subscription with Part A: Canine and Feline, Part B: Exotic Pets and the client information leaflets (£246; FREE to BSAVA members, available from the BSAVA Library).
  • FREE to members via the BSAVA app.

For more information, visit: https://www.bsava.com. 

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