1 The use of antimicrobials in animals

In this section, we explain the different types of antimicrobial use (AMU) in animal settings and, briefly, the regulation of AMU in animals.

After completing this section you will be able to:

  • describe the ways in which antimicrobials are used in animals
  • apply scientific terminology related to AMR when explaining your current work.

1.1 Antimicrobials in food production animals