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Extralabel drug use algorithm

You made a careful diagnosis in the presence of a valid Veterinarian/Client/Patient Relationship. You are contemplating extralabel drug use. You must ask yourself...

Are the animals to be treated as food animals?

YES Does a drug labeled for food animals exist which fulfills all of the following?: Contains the needed ingredient, In the proper dosage form, Labeled for the indication, And is clinically effective?
Yes	No

NO There are few restrictions on extralabel use in non-food animals. Does an animal drug exist which fulfills all of the following: Contains the needed ingredient, In the proper dosage form, Labeled for the indication, And is clinically effective?
Yes	No

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