Journal of Veterinary Science

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Use of veterinary medicinal products in the Philippines: regulations, impact, challenges, and recommendations

  • Maria Ruth B. Pineda-Cortel (The Graduate School, University of Santo Tomas) ;
  • Elner H. del Rosario (The Graduate School, University of Santo Tomas) ;
  • Oliver B. Villaflores (The Graduate School, University of Santo Tomas)
  • Received : 2023.05.19
  • Accepted : 2023.08.31
  • Published : 2024.03.31
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Abstract

Agricultural production is a major driver of the Philippine economy. Mass production of animal products, such as livestock and poultry farming, is one of the most prominent players in the field. Filipino farmers use veterinary medicinal products (VMPs) when raising agricultural animals to improve animal growth and prevent diseases. Unfortunately, the extensive use of VMPs, particularly antibiotics, has been linked to drug resistance in animals, particularly antibiotics. Antimicrobial gene products produced in animals due to the prolonged use of VMPs can passed on to humans when they consume animal products. This paper reviews information on the use of VMPs in the Philippines, including the regulations, their impact, challenges, and potential recommendations. The Philippines has existing legislation regulating VMP use. Several agencies were tasked to regulate the use of VMPs, such as the Department of Agriculture, the Department of Health, and the Philippine National Action Plan. Unfortunately, there is a challenge to implementing these regulations, which affects consumers. The unregulated use of VMPs influences the transmission of antibiotic residues from animals to crops to humans. This challenge should be addressed, with more focus on stricter regulation.

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