What is extra label drug use?

WHAT IS EXTRA-LABEL DRUG USE?

  • Any drug should be used in accordance with the manufacturer's label or product insert.
  • Drug not used as per manufacturer's label has to meet the "extra-label" drug use recommendations
  • When used e xtra label there should be veterinary care
  • Extra label use is also applied to when you change the dose or route of administration
  • Extra-label drug becomes legal when there is no other treatment alternative and animal is in need of it
  • Unapproved drugs cannot be used "off-label" to improve performance or control reproduction.
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