UAE Bans Ciprofloxacin in Animals to Combat Antimicrobial Resistance
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What happened
The Emirates Drug Establishment is banning the use of the antibiotic ciprofloxacin in animals starting November 1. This measure is part of efforts to tackle antimicrobial resistance. The ban covers veterinary medicines and raw materials containing the drug, affecting nine products, including eight imported and one locally registered.
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Why it matters
Companies must stop manufacturing, importing, and supplying the affected products and remove all stock from the market. Remaining stock must be re-exported or disposed of under approved procedures. The decision followed a scientific review of antimicrobial resistance data.
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Who's involved
- United Arab Emirates UniversityProvided research that informed the regulatory decision regarding the antibiotic ban.
Who could feel it
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United Arab Emirates University might see changes in research contracts or funding related to regulatory science.
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