Jurox has announced the launch of Alfaxan Multidose for dogs, cats and pet rabbits, a preserved formulation of alfaxalone with an extended shelf life of 28 days after the vial is first broached.

Jurox says Alfaxan Multidose is the bioequivalent to unpreserved…

Boehringer Ingelheim has announced that its NSAID, Metacam 0.5 mg/ml oral suspension for cats, is now licensed for the alleviation of mild to moderate post-operative pain associated with soft tissue surgery in guinea pigs.

Metacam is the first NSAID to…

Jurox (UK) Ltd has launched AceSedate (acepromazine), for the premedication, sedation and tranquillisation of cats and dogs.

In case you need any reminding, acepromazine belongs to the phenothiazine family and acts as a dopamine receptor antagonist, providing…

Invicta Animal Health has launched an improved version EthyCalm, its vapo-coolant spray for desensitising skin before needling a patient.

EthyCalm is sprayed directly on the skin, or, for more fractious patients, can be applied with a swab. 

Invicta…

The British Small Animal Veterinary Association has taken a number of steps to help address the problems resulting from a shortage of isoflurane caused by mechanical problems at a manufacturing facility contracted to Zoetis, the country's biggest supplier…

Following the news about the shortage of isoflurane, Jurox (UK) Ltd has launched a support pack for Alfaxan, licensed for the maintenance of anaesthesia for up to an hour in dogs and cats.

The support pack features information on the role anaesthetic…

The BEVA, the BSAVA and The Association of Veterinary Anaesthetists (AVA) say that working with the Veterinary Medicines Directorate, they've found a solution to the isoflurane shortage.

Having investigated alternative sources of isoflurane, and…

The RCVS has issued a statement to reassure veterinary surgeons that problems arising from the shortage of isoflurane are very unlikely to be considered as a professional misconduct issue, provided that clinical decisions are justifiable, that detailed…

Chanelle has announced this morning that 35,000 bottles of IsoVet are now available from wholesalers, with more supplies due in the coming months.

Chanelle's head of sales and marketing, Killian Gaffney said: "The total UK market is around 80,000 bottles…

Zoetis has issued an update about IsoFlo, following the restocking of the UK market which began in the first week of February.

According to the company, stock is now at normal levels in all the major wholesalers. Laura Jenkins, Companion Animal Marketing…

Chanelle has launched Insistor 10 mg/ml solution for injection for dogs and cats, a premedication for general anaesthesia or neuroleptanalgesia in combination with a neuroleptic drug.

Insistor, which contains methadone hydrochloride, is now available…

Vetnapp, an anaesthesia app originally developed for Apple devices by European specialist in anaesthesia and analgesia Alastair Mair to save time and increase clinical accuracy, is now available for Android.

Vetnapp offers a secure alternative to traditional…

Dechra, the manufacturer of Comfortan, Sedator and Atipam, has launched a new anaesthesia reference app to support its anaesthesia and analgesia range.

The app, which has been accredited by the Association of Veterinary Anaesthetists, contains information…

Jurox (UK) Ltd has launched AceSedate, a UK-licensed injectable acepromazine for horses.

AceSedate for horses contains 10mg/ml acepromazine as its active ingredient, which the company says means a lower dose volume is required compared to the non-UK licensed…

Solihull-based Willows Veterinary Centre and Referral Service has announced it is to launch a chronic pain clinic on Monday.

Led by Jacques Ferreira, an RCVS and European Specialist in Veterinary Anaesthesia and Analgesia (pictured right), the new clinic…

Jurox UK has issued a recall for specific batches of 10 ml Alfaxan and Alfaxan Multidose 10 mg/ml Solution for Injection.

The recall is due to the fact that particulates have been found in identified batches of product during routine stability testing…

Dechra Veterinary Products has launched Tranquinervin, an injectable acepromazine for horses.

Tranquinervin, which contains 10 mg/ml acepromazine, is indicated for anaesthetic premedication, tranquilisation and sedation.

Emma Jennings, Brand Manager…

Dechra Veterinary Products has launched Nerfasin vet, an injectable xylazine solution licensed for sedation and premedication prior to general anaesthesia in cattle, horses, cats and dogs.

Nerfasin vet is available in two concentrations - a 100 mg/ml…

Paragon Veterinary Referrals in Wakefield has announced the launch of a chronic pain clinic for pets referred to the centre by external first opinion practices.

The clinic is being run by Liz Leece, an RCVS and EBVS Specialist in veterinary anaesthesia…

Dechra Veterinary Products has launched Rominervin, a new, fast-acting injectable solution for equine sedation and premedication.

Rominervin contains 10 mg/ml romifidine hydrochloride, equivalent to 8.76 mg romifidine, presented in a 20 ml vial.

It can be…

Hertfordshire-based Davies Veterinary Specialists has produced guidelines for conserving oxygen during anaesthesia, in order to help preserve this limited resource during the coronavirus pandemic.

The anaesthesia team has produced a fact sheet, infographic…

The BSAVA has put together a collection of resources on anaesthesia to support the veterinary profession during the coronavirus pandemic.

The BSAVA Library Collection, which is freely available until the end of June 2020, includes resources relating to…

Dechra has launched Dormazolam (midazolam (5mg/ml), the first and only equine benzodiazepine licensed for the intravenous co-induction of anaesthesia in horses¹.

The company says Dormazolam works in synergy with other induction agents to provide an extended…

Liz Leece, a European and RCVS Specialist in veterinary anaesthesia and analgesia at Paragon Veterinary Referrals in Yorkshire, is championing a new approach to post-operative pain management.

The traditional approach is to use anatomical knowledge to inject…

Docsinnovent Ltd has launched v-gel advanced supraglottic airway devices for cats and rabbits.

The new devices are an evolution of the original v-gel device launched in 2012, which is widely used in veterinary anaesthesia and resuscitation.

Dr Muhammed Nasir…