A Milestone for Veterinary Pharmacy! This is a historic moment for our profession. The Board of Pharmacy Specialties (BPS) has officially opened the public comment period for recognizing Veterinary Pharmacy Specialty as a board-certified specialty. For years, the ACVP has worked tirelessly to advance the health and well-being of animals through specialized pharmaceutical care. [...]
Nominate Now: Shape the Future of ACVP As we navigate the evolving landscape of veterinary pharmacy in 2026, the strength of the ACVP depends entirely on the voices at the table. For the 2026 ACVP Board Nominations, we don't just need "board members"—we need architects. We are looking for individuals ready to champion [...]
American College of Veterinary Pharmacists Announces New Officers, Board Members, Committee Chairs and APhA Delegates The American College of Veterinary Pharmacists is pleased to announce and congratulate the new Officers and Board Members for the 2025–2026 term. We thank each of these dedicated professionals for their commitment to promoting education and leadership of pharmacy [...]
DEADLINE EXTENDED — Take the Survey by October 31, 2025 Your Voice = Our Future. Support recognition of Veterinary Pharmacy as a BPS Specialty. The American College of Veterinary Pharmacists, the International College of Veterinary Pharmacy, the Society of Veterinary Hospital Pharmacists, and the BPS Veterinary Pharmacy Practice Job Analysis Task [...]
Thank You for Joining Us at the 2025 Veterinary Pharmacy Conference! The 2025 ACVP Veterinary Pharmacy Conference has officially wrapped, and what an incredible few days it was! From dynamic continuing education sessions and engaging keynote speakers to hands-on exhibits and lively networking opportunities, this year’s conference brought together veterinary pharmacy professionals from across [...]
Guidelines for Ethical Marketing by Veterinary Pharmacists Veterinary pharmacists play a crucial role in ensuring the safe and effective use of medications for non-human species while respecting the collaborative relationship between veterinarians, pharmacists, and clients. To uphold the integrity of this relationship and maintain public trust, ACVP has developed Guidelines for Ethical Marketing [...]
New Generic Approval: Methimazole Coated Tablets (ANADA 200-814) Important Update for ACVP Members and Veterinary Pharmacy Professionals The FDA has approved Methimazole Coated Tablets under ANADA 200-814, a generic equivalent to the pioneer product Felimazole® (NADA 141-292), for the treatment of hyperthyroidism in cats. This approval offers veterinary pharmacy professionals a reliable, cost-effective [...]
Recent Veterinary Drug Approval Updates: What Pharmacists Should Know For ACVP Members and Veterinary Pharmacy Professionals Two recent FDA actions bring noteworthy changes to veterinary pharmacotherapy—particularly for pharmacists involved in compounding and those managing inventory of critical-use medications in clinical settings. ________________________________________ Felicyn-CA1 (sirolimus) – Conditional Approval for Management of Ventricular Hypertrophy in Cats [...]
Labeling Update Alert: Librela® (bedinvetmab injection), NADA 141-562 Overview Librela® (bedinvetmab injection), the first monoclonal antibody approved in the U.S. to control osteoarthritis pain in dogs, received important label updates on February 18, 2025, under NADA 141-562. These changes reflect data gathered from real-world post-approval use since its U.S. launch in October 2023. [...]
Unapproved Pet Medications Are No Bargain—Here’s Why Your pet’s health and well-being are paramount, and when it comes to managing serious conditions like idiopathic epilepsy and seizures, the stakes couldn’t be higher. Recently, the FDA issued warnings to six online sellers of unapproved drugs that claim to treat or control seizures in dogs [...]