The Veterinary Medicines Directorate (VMD) has a website (www.gov.uk/government/organisations/veterinary-medicines-directorate) to report any and all suspected adverse reactions in an animal or a human to a veterinary medicinal product, or in an animal treated with a human medicine. Anyone can report a suspected adverse reaction in this way. An ‘adverse reaction’ includes lack of efficacy and known side effects. It is only by completing such forms that the changes in the prevalence of problems can be documented.

The online report form is preferred; however, if you would prefer to use a paper copy you can download and print an Animal Form to report an adverse reaction in an animal to a veterinary medicine or to a human product. Alternatively, download and print a Human Form to report an adverse reaction in a human to a veterinary medicinal product. Post the forms to the address at the top of the reports.

If you have any questions please call the VMD pharmacovigilance team on 01932 336911.