Environmental risk assessment for parasiticide veterinary medicinal products used in companion animals - Scientific guideline

This document has been prepared with the aim to develop a reflection paper which will consider the state of knowledge on the emission into the environment of such products, the potential risks for the environment, the approach to environmental risk assessment and the need and feasibility of measures to mitigate any risks identified. 

Keywords: companion animals, dogs, cats, environmental risk assessment, VICH GL6, environmental exposure, parasiticides, veterinary medicinal products

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Concept paper for the development of a reflection paper on the environmental risk assessment for parasiticide veterinary medicinal products used in companion animals

Consultation dates: 07/05/2020 to 31/10/2020Draft: consultation closedReference Number: EMA/CVMP/ERA/55512/2020