Veterinary pharmaceuticals including antibiotics and hormones are used to prevent disease in livestock, promote growth, and enhance feed efficiency. Antiparasitic agents are also widely used to eliminate parasites from the alimentary canal. Residual standards are being established for antiparasitic agents as residual levels in meat present similar health problems to antibiotics and hormones.
Who’s Who in Veterinary Medicine?
As for veterinary medicine, many of the job titles don’t clearly indicate their assigned tasks. The main job title is a Doctor of Veterinary Medicine