Representing the Manufacturersof Animal Medicines
National Office of AnimalHealth Ltd
3 Crossfield Chambers,Gladbeck Way, Enfield, Middlesex EN2 7HF
Tel: (+44) 020 8367 3131 Facsimile:(+44) 020 8363 1155
e-mail: a.glennon@noah.co.uk
PressRelease
23 October 2002
VMD Chief Executive launches new NOAH Compendium
The 2002/03 edition of the NOAH Compendium ofData Sheets for Veterinary Products was launched on 21 October at theassociations Annual Conference in Stratford-upon-Avon.
Steve Dean, Chief Executive of the VeterinaryMedicines Directorate, said: The NOAH Compendium of Data Sheets for VeterinaryProducts plays a key rule in the regulation of animal medicines in the UK. It contains data sheets for more than 1000products, providing vital information for the veterinary surgeon as well asoffering an information source for the public.
The Compendium helps to ensure animal medicinesare used effectively and safely, an important issue for consumers and thehealth and welfare of animals, he added.
The inclusion, in this latest edition, of awithdrawal period table will help veterinary surgeons ensure that the use ofauthorised animal medicines is safe for the consumer of meat and dairy produce.
I would congratulate NOAH on its content andits contribution towards the safe and effective use of veterinary medicines inthe UK, said Mr. Dean.
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Notes for Editors
1. Forfurther information contact Philip Sketchley or Alison Glennon on 020 83673131, e-mail noah@noah.co.uk orvisit the NOAH website www.noah.co.uk.
2. TheNational Office of Animal Health was formed on 1 January 1986 to represent theUK companies which research, develop, manufacture and market licensed animalhealth products. The association has 36 corporate members and 12 associatemembers. In 2001 NOAH's members accounted for around 95% of the 359 million UKanimal health market, with additional valuable exports
3. Afree copy of the NOAH Compendium will be delivered to every UK veterinarypractice and branch practice once they have nominated a veterinary wholesaler,and vets can make extra purchases via this source. Copies are available forpurchase by other users of animal medicines, price 26.00, from the NOAHoffice.