VMD & SQP Flashcards
(21 cards)
What does VMD stand for?
The veterinary medicines directorate
What is an SQP
Suitably qualified person
How does the VMD ensure a medication is safe and effective?
Trials, drug categories and pharmacovigilance
What does POM-V stand for?
Prescription only medication - veterinary
What does POM-VPS stand for?
Prescription only medication - veterinarian, pharmacist, suitably qualified person
What does NFA-VPS stand for?
Non food animal - veterinarian, pharmacist, suitably qualified person
What does AVM-GSL stand for
Animal veterinary medicine - General sales list
What entity sets the regulations for veterinary medicines?
VMD
VMD stands for Veterinary Medicines Directorate.
What do the Veterinary Medicines Regulations apply to?
Animal medicines only.
How often are the Veterinary Medicines Regulations updated?
Every 18-24 months.
What are the current regulations called?
Veterinary Medicines Regulations 2024.
Who can prescribe and supply veterinary medicines?
Registered qualified person (RQP)
An RQP can be a veterinary surgeon, a pharmacist, or a suitably qualified person (SQP).
What is the role of an SQP?
A medicine advisor qualified to prescribe and/or supply certain veterinary medicines.
Can veterinary nurses without SQP training prescribe or supply veterinary medicines?
No.
What can veterinary nurses do under the direction of a vet?
Dispense medication.
Fill in the blank: Prescribing is _______.
Authorising the use of medication.
Fill in the blank: Supplying is _______.
Shall and sell medication within legislation.
Fill in the blank: Dispensing is _______.
Giving medication to the client.
When are practices inspected by the VMD
Every four years
What category of deficiencies are there after a VMD inspection?
Minor, major, critical
How long do you have to comply with an improvement notice?
At least 14 days
