Boehringer Ingelheim has launched an online educational hub to help practices use a risk-based approach to responsible parasiticide prescribing in their practice.

whatstherisk.co.uk has been created for all practice staff and contains advice from parasitologists Ian Wright and Eric Morgan.

Topics include advice on practical risk assessments, how risk-based prescribing can work with health plans as well as how to get owners involved to make risk assessment and personalised prescribing quicker and simpler.

Boehringer says that all the materials and advice have been developed in line with RCVS Practice Standards and the BVA's guidance on the responsible use of parasiticides.^1,2

Sharron Woods, NexGard brands Franchise Manager said: “With knowledge about parasitic risk low among dog owners, alongside increasing scrutiny on the potential overuse of parasiticides, we’re delighted to be at the forefront of supporting vets, pet owners and the wider industry in driving best-practice risk assessment and responsible parasite control."

References

1. PSS Small Animal Modules and Awards (V3.2). Available at www.rcvs.org.uk/document-library/small-animal-modules. Accessed July 2023.
2. Responsible use of parasiticides for cats and dogs: The five point plan | British Veterinary Association (bva.co.uk). Available at https://www.bva.co.uk/resources-support/medicines/responsible-use-of-parasiticides-for-cats-and-dogs-the-five-point-plan/. Accessed July 2023.

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