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I just got a response from Dan Rowan, Director, Sales and Marketing at Wedgewood Pharmacy regarding this compounding bill. If you have any more questions, scroll to the bottom and you will find his number. Call him and ask any questions you might have. Hello Dr. Z, Thank you for writing about the S.959 questions that were posted on your facebook page. The original proposed legislation had an entire section related to compounding for animal health. The most egregious provision would limit the bulk ingredients that can be used in compounded medications to treat dogs, cats and horses to a positive list developed by the FDA. There are no similar restrictions for elephants, giraffes, hamsters, other minor species—not even humans! This could mean the elimination of important drug therapies that dogs, cats and horses depend on In its most recent release, as your follower Ms. Cruver noted, it was removed. HOWEVER, a partnership we’ve formed with other pharmacies at MyMedsMatter has this information to share: But now, we hear that those corporate interests that would put profits before pets are hoping to put this provision back in when S.959 is debated on the Senate floor. As one AHI lobbyist was quoted in the trade press: “We hope our absence from the bill is temporary.” What’s more, the same drug company lobbyist criticized the “permissiveness” of the original language restricting treatment options for your pets. So while there appears to be a temporary reprieve for animal health, we are still encouraging veterinarians and pet owners to share their voice with Congress to ensure provisions are not added back in that would affect animal health. I encourage you to visit MyMedsMatter and use the tool to submit your message to your Senators and Representatives if you haven’t already. You can also share MyMedsMatter to your followers so they can contribute as well. There are additional proposals coming in the House as well, so we’ll try our best to keep you posted. I hope this answers your question regarding the current proposal status and why we’re still concerned. Thank you! P.S. I love your facebook content! Dan Rowan Director, Sales and Marketing Wedgewood Pharmacy Direct 856.832.1386 drowan@wedgewoodpharmacy WedgewoodPetRx PCAB Accredited Compounding Pharmacy I hope this answers your question regarding the current proposal status and why we’re
Posted on: Sat, 08 Jun 2013 18:40:44 +0000

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