Welcome to Veterinary Prescriber’s Hub for MWI Animal Health
A series of videos designed to ensure you get the most for your practice from your free Veterinary Prescriber practice subscription
Support for veterinary professionals to enable informed prescribing and purchasing decisions.
Tailored certificate courses to help veterinary practice teams safely and legally handle medicines.
Tools to help professionals compare and select the most appropriate treatments efficiently and independently.
A professional medicines information service to help veterinary teams quickly find reliable answers to medicine-related questions, saving time and supporting confident clinical decisions.
The video explains how using the veterinary prescriber tool helps veterinary practices stay compliant with evolving medicines regulations, reduce prescribing risks, and maintain consistent, legally sound prescribing protocols.
The video explains how Veterinary Prescriber, a specialized CPD platform focused on veterinary medicines, helps build knowledge, confidence, and competence across the entire veterinary team through tailored modules and certificates.
The video explains how using the Veterinary Prescriber tool, which provides independent, evidence-based information on medicines, helps veterinary practices improve patient care, enhance client trust, and ensure informed treatment decisions.
The video explains how veterinary prescriber modules and formulary tools help veterinarians make informed, evidence-based prescribing decisions that optimize patient care and maximize formulary benefits.
The video explains that Veterinary Prescriber is a valuable, all-in-one medicines information resource included for free with Distinct Advantage or Connect practice memberships, designed to support veterinary professionals in making informed medication decisions efficiently.
Independent Evidence-Based Prescribng
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Hi, I’m Ask Andrea, your Virtual Veterinary Medicines Guide from Veterinary Prescriber. In this short video I’m going to show you how your free Veterinary Prescriber practice subscription can support truly independent, evidence‑based prescribing in your practice.
On screen, you’ll see the Veterinary Prescriber dashboard. This is your Virtual Veterinary Medicines Academy – a library of CPD modules, product guides and medicines news, all focused on rational, evidence‑based use of veterinary medicines.
Let’s click into a CPD module. Each module summarises the key evidence on a topic, explains the pros and cons of different treatment options, and covers practical aspects of medicines use. We compare products with alternative options to support treatment choice, purchasing decisions and discussions with clients. Take JAK inhibitors, for instance: now there are three to choose from, and our module brings all the information together for you.
The content is produced independently – we are not funded by pharmaceutical promotion – so we can write freely about disadvantages as well as advantages. Assessing new treatments takes time and effort; we use our expertise to do the work so you don’t have to, and present it in a concise, clinically relevant
Your MWI Distinct Advantage or Connect membership includes access to this resource for the whole practice team. So the next time you’re debating which product to choose, or whether a product is really as good as the company rep is claiming, log into Veterinary Prescriber, open the relevant module or product guide, and make your decision based on independent evidence rather than habit or promotional pressure.
For now, the key messsage is this: if you want unbiased support for your prescribing and purchasing decisions, your free Veterinary Prescriber practice subscription is ready and waiting for you to log in and use today.
Need help getting started? Use the Ask Andrea chatbot in the bottom right corner of this page for setup support and password reset emails.
Handling Medicines Safely and Legally
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In this video, I’m going to show you how your free Veterinary Prescriber subscription can help make sure everyone in your practice knows how to handle medicines safely and legally.
On screen, you can see the Medicines Certificates page. One of the quickest ways to get the whole team up to speed is with our Introductory Certificate on Veterinary Medicines.
This certificate gives a clear introduction to veterinary medicines – what a veterinary medicine is, why medicines regulation matters, how medicines are classified, and who can prescribe and supply them. It also covers essential topics like the prescribing cascade, controlled drugs, and roles and responsibilities in the practice.
The unit consists of two short modules and takes around 90 minutes in total, so it’s easy to fit into a busy schedule. It’s ideal for new staff, including those who have never worked with medicines before or who are new to UK practice.
As a Distinct Advantage or Connect practice, you have free access to Veterinary Prescriber, so this learning tool is available to everyone in your team – there’s just a small admin fee for the certificates and badges. There is also a specific certificate for practice managers, and further medicines certificates for people more involved in dispensing or prescribing, so you can match the learning to each role.
By using the Introductory Certificate and related medicines certificates, you can be confident that everyone who handles medicines in your practice understands the legal framework and the basics of safe use. That’s good for patient safety, for your VMD inspection or RCVS Practice Standards Scheme assessment, and for your peace of mind as a practice.
Your MWI Distinct Advantage or Connect membership means you already have everything you need to start today – simply log in to Veterinary Prescriber, choose the Introductory Certificate, and invite your team to enrol.
Need help getting started? Use the Ask Andrea chatbot in the bottom right corner of this page for setup support and password reset emails.
Cutting Through Product Confusion
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In this video, I’m going to show you how Veterinary Prescriber’s tools cut through product confusion and help you compare products before you decide.
On screen, you can see the Parasiticide Guide. This guide lists all the companion‑animal parasiticides on the UK market and lets you filter by species, parasite, route of administration, and other practical factors.
Let’s say you’re looking for a flea and tick product for a dog with a particular lifestyle. You can select the species, target parasites, and formulation, and the guide instantly shows relevant products side by side, with clear information on actives, spectrum, and key practical differences.
You’ll also notice “compare before deciding” comparisons, which bring options together in a way that’s designed for clinical decision‑making, not marketing. Instead of relying on memory, rep summaries or product leaflets, you have an independent, structured view of the choices.
Now let’s look at the Specials Database. This helps when there’s no authorised medicine available and you need to consider an unlicensed medicine, saving you time finding out which specials company to contact. It’s backed up by an explanatory module about specials so the team can understand when and how to use them appropriately.
As a Distinct Advantage or Connect practice, you already have access to these tools. Next time you are reviewing your parasiticide range or considering a special, log into Veterinary Prescriber to help you choose the right treatment for your patients.
Need help getting started? Use the Ask Andrea chatbot in the bottom right corner of this page for setup support and password reset emails.
Saving Vet and Vet Nurse Time
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In this video, I’m going to show you how Veterinary Prescriber can save vets and vet nurses time when they have medicines questions. You might be used to contacting a pharmaceutical company’s technical information department, or consulting the SPC or datasheet for help. But what if the question isn’t about a specific brand, or the answer simply isn’t in those resources?
That’s where Veterinary Prescriber’s professional medicines information service comes in. It offers a systematic information search and evaluation, with a fully referenced response to support both general and patient‑specific medicines queries. Sometimes the questions we’re asked have a straightforward answer. Other times there’s no single clear answer, but there may be several potential options, each with pros and cons, to help you make a confident decision.
Some people use the service because they don’t have the time or resources to research the answer themselves. Others just want to check their thinking and be reassured that the conclusion they’ve reached is sound.
The result is less time lost trying to track down information, and more time available for fee‑earning clinical work and client care. Your Distinct Advantage or Connect membership gives the whole team access to this resource, so everyone from new grads to experienced vets and RVNs can benefit.
Next time a medicines question comes up in your practice, try Veterinary Prescriber and see how much time you save.
Need help getting started? Use the Ask Andrea chatbot in the bottom right corner of this page for setup support and password reset emails.
Reducing Prescribing Risk and Supporting Compliance
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In this video I’ll show you how Veterinary Prescriber can help reduce prescribing risk and support regulatory compliance in your practice.
Veterinary medicines regulations and professional guidance change over time, and it can be challenging for busy teams to keep up. Outdated protocols or off‑label use that isn’t properly justified can increase the risk of complaints or regulatory scrutiny.
On screen you can see the Veterinary Prescriber CPD library and news content. We provide independent modules and updates on medicines regulation, prescribing responsibilities, and the use of licensed and unlicensed medicines, and the prescribing cascade.
These resources help you understand the legal framework, what regulators expect, and how that translates into daily practice – from storage and dispensing through to prescribing decisions and documentation. Because the content is updated as regulations change, you can feel confident you’re not relying on outdated information.
By using Veterinary Prescriber across your team, you reduce the risk of inappropriate off‑label use, incomplete information to clients, or protocols that don’t reflect current rules. That’s important both for individual practices and for group practices that want consistent, defensible prescribing across sites.
Your Distinct Advantage or Connect membership means this support is already available to you. If you’re reviewing protocols, preparing for an inspection, or simply want to check you’re up to date, log into Veterinary Prescriber and explore the modules on veterinary medicines regulations and legal use.
Need help getting started? Use the Ask Andrea chatbot in the bottom right corner of this page for setup support and password reset emails.
Building Medicines Knowledge
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In this video, I’m going to show you how Veterinary Prescriber can help build medicines knowledge and confidence across your whole team. Veterinary Prescriber is a Virtual Veterinary Medicines Academy – an independent CPD resource focused specifically on medicines. It’s designed for veterinary surgeons, RVNs, clinical boards, and for team members involved in dispensing and handing out medicines.
On screen you can see the CPD modules. The modules cover a wide range of medicines topics, from new products and therapeutic areas to regulations and unlicensed uses, and each one is structured to be succinct and practical.
We also offer a suite of medicines certificates – Introductory, Foundation, Enhanced, Practice Managers’ and Prescribers’ Certificates – so you can match the level of learning to each person’s role and responsibilities in the practice. That makes Veterinary Prescriber an ideal onboarding tool for new vets and RVNs, and a way of upskilling nurses and dispensary staff who want more confidence with medicines.
Because the whole resource is focused on medicines, your team doesn’t have to search across multiple CPD platforms to build this specific area of knowledge. Over time, Veterinary Prescriber supports more confident prescribing and dispensing, better internal discussions about treatment choices, and improved job satisfaction for staff who feel competent in a critical part of their role.
With your Distinct Advantage or Connect membership, this medicines‑focused CPD is available to everyone in the practice. You can start by choosing one certificate or module for each member of the team and making it part of their personal development plan.
Need help getting started? Use the Ask Andrea chatbot in the bottom right corner of this page for setup support and password reset emails.
Better Patient Outcomes and Client Trust
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In this video, I’ll show you how using Veterinary Prescriber can support better patient outcomes and stronger client trust. When treatment recommendations are based on clear, independent evidence rather than habit or promotional messaging, it’s easier to choose the right option for each patient.
On screen you can see a Veterinary Prescriber module that sets out the pros and cons of different medicines in a therapeutic area, along with practical considerations for use.
This kind of information helps you build consistent protocols and explain to clients why you are recommending a particular medicine, including benefits, risks, and alternatives. Clear, well‑informed explanations support better adherence, fewer misunderstandings, and more predictable outcomes.
Recent scrutiny by the Competition and Markets Authority has highlighted the importance of practices providing independent and impartial advice about treatment options so that owners can give informed consent. Veterinary Prescriber supports this by giving you an external, independent source of medicines information to underpin those conversations.
Over time, this strengthens client trust, because clients can see that your recommendations are grounded in evidence and not just driven by particular brands or commercial pressures. As a Distinct Advantage or Connect practice, you can use Veterinary Prescriber to review existing protocols, prepare client information materials, and support your team in discussing options confidently with owners. That’s good for patients, good for clients, and good for the reputation of your practice.
Need help getting started? Use the Ask Andrea chatbot in the bottom right corner of this page for setup support and password reset emails.
MWI Formulary Support
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in this video I want to show you how Veterinary Prescriber helps you get the most out of your Distinct Advantage or Connect formulary.
MWI Distinct Advantage and Connect are built around a competitive, evidence-based medicines formulary, backed by an independent clinical board and impartial product comparisons, to which Veterinary Prescriber's Director, my real-world counterpart, contributes .
The formulary gives you a strong commercial and clinical starting point – but you still need to decide which products are best for which patients and situations.
On screen, you can see a Veterinary Prescriber module that looks at a group of medicines within a therapeutic class.
The module explains the relative benefits, limitations and evidence for different options, and links these to practical issues such as dosing frequency, route of administration and safety considerations.
It supports consistent, rational prescribing that makes the best use of the formulary while still focusing on patient needs.
You can also use tools like the Parasiticide Guide and other product guides to line up formulary products side by side and compare them in a structured way before deciding.
That makes formulary choices feel like informed decisions rather than default habits.
It helps align clinical choices, supports formulary adherence, and maximises the benefits of your pricing and discounts, without compromising on independent evidence.
As a Distinct Advantage or Connect practice, you can log in today, identify key formulary classes that cause debate in your team, and use Veterinary Prescriber modules and guides to support your next protocol discussion.
Need help getting started? Use the Ask Andrea chatbot in the bottom right corner of this page for setup support and password reset emails.
Included Value You Don’t Want to Waste
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In this final video, I want to highlight that Veterinary Prescriber is a paid‑for, specialist resource – but as a Distinct Advantage or Connect practice, it’s already included in your membership. When an individual practice buys Veterinary Prescriber directly, they are investing in an independent CPD library, unique product guides, a medicines information service, and medicines certificates. For Distinct Advantage and Connect members, this same resource is effectively built into your corporate membership.
On screen, you can see just a few of the high‑value elements: the CPD modules, the Parasiticide Guide, the Specials Database, the medicines certificates, and the medicines regulations content. If you tried to assemble this level of independent, medicines‑focused support from multiple sources – guidelines, papers, promotional materials, different CPD providers – it would take a lot of time and still wouldn’t be presented in one coherent, practical format. With Veterinary Prescriber, it’s all in one place, written for busy veterinary professionals.
For your practice, that means you effectively have an additional layer of CPD, clinical support, and risk management at no extra local cost. The only way to lose that value is not to use it. So if your practice has a Distinct Advantage or Connect membership, your Veterinary Prescriber practice subscription is already waiting – all you need to do is log in, invite your team, and start putting it to work in your daily medicines decisions.
Need help getting started? Use the Ask Andrea chatbot in the bottom right corner of this page for setup support and password reset emails.