UAE bans veterinary use of ciprofloxacin to combat antimicrobial resistance

Abu Dhabi: The Emirates Drug Authority (EDA) has banned the use of the active ingredient ciprofloxacin, a fluoroquinolone antibiotic, in the veterinary sector across the UAE, effective November 1, 2026. The decision forms part of the EDA’s efforts to combat antimicrobial resistance, promote the responsible use of antibiotics and preserve the effectiveness of treatments used in human medicine. The