Veterinary surgeons in the UK can prescribe veterinary diets and nutritional supplements as well as products classified as POM-VPS, NFA-VPS and AVM-GSL. The prescribing of POM-V medications, via virtual consult is currently not permitted in the UK. UK veterinarians are permitted to prescribe some dewormers and antiparasitic medications during telehealth appointments, subject to the specific needs of the pet.
Prescribing via remote means, the veterinary surgeon, pharmacist, or suitably qualified person (SQP) must be satisfied that: Additionally, veterinarians can provide clinical advice, discuss the necessity of medications, and recommend suitable over-the-counter alternatives during telehealth consultations.
Alternative, non-POM-V medications are not suitable for the situation.
The benefits outweigh any risks.
Follow-up service is available, whether through the initial veterinarian or the client's home veterinarian*.
For further details, please consult the RCVS or Noah Compendium websites.
*In the event you are unavailable for the client through Vetster, follow up services are communicated to the client post appointment via email.