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UAE bans use of popular antibiotic for pets and farm animals from November 1

Dubai: The UAE is banning the use of ciprofloxacin, a popular antibiotic, in its veterinary sector from November 1, 2026, in a move aimed at tackling antimicrobial resistance. The Emirates Drug Establishment (EDE) on Tuesday announced that the ban covers veterinary medicinal products and raw materials containing ciprofloxacin. It affects nine veterinary products, including eight imported products…

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