Antimicrobial resistance: should vets have prescriber autonomy or formulary restriction in small animal practice?

Vet Rec. 2023 Nov 18;193(10):418-419. doi: 10.1002/vetr.3702.

Abstract

Fergus Allerton and Jennifer Granick discuss the different approaches to antimicrobial stewardship and the potential implications of the 'carrot' (enablement) versus 'stick' (legislative change) strategies.

MeSH terms

  • Animals
  • Anti-Bacterial Agents* / therapeutic use
  • Antimicrobial Stewardship*
  • Drug Resistance, Bacterial

Substances

  • Anti-Bacterial Agents