ABSTRACT: The ‘cascade’ is often referred to in veterinary medicine. In this article, Donal Murphy of the National Office of Animal Health, the UK trade association for the veterinary medicines sector, explains what it is, how it helps ensure that animals can be treated with a range of products, how it actually increases the range of medicines that can be used and why adherence to the requirements of the cascade’ is important.

Author

Donal Murphy MVB MRCVS

Donal Murphy qualified from University College, Dublin, in June 1999. Since then he has been based in the UK where he has worked in both mixed and small animal practice. In January 2010, Donal commenced employment with the National Office of Animal Health (NOAH). He also continues to work on a regular basis as a locum in small animal practice.

Keywords: Feature, Generic, Cascade

To cite this article: Veterinary Nursing Journal • VOL 28 (02) • February 2013 • pp60-62

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