Comment from Tina Torres
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Summary: The commenter argues that Metronidazole should be included on the list of bulk drug substances for compounding because it is essential for immediate veterinary care. They highlight that delaying treatment for conditions like Giardia can lead to severe animal illness, death, and potential zoonotic transmission to humans.
Metronidazole is important for immediate veterinary care. Animals left untreated while waiting 1-2 weeks for a patient-specific prescription may experience unresolved diarrhea containing blood and mucous, vomiting, lethargy, anorexia, and even death. Giardia infections, which are commonly treated with Metronidazole, have zoonotic potential and must be treated immediately to prevent human infection.