Veterinary Medicine Directorate (VMD)

The Veterinary Medicines Directorate (VMD) is a government agency responsible for regulating medicines for animals in the UK. Its role is to ensure that veterinary medicines are safe, effective, and of high quality. The VMD reviews and authorizes new medicines, monitors their use once on the market, and investigates any safety concerns. This helps protect animal health, supports farmers and pet owners, and ensures public health by preventing the spread of diseases from animals to people. Essentially, the VMD ensures veterinary medicines are safe and effective for their intended purposes.