THE 2001-200 edition of the NOAH Compendium of Data Sheets for Veterinary Products is now available. Traditionally regarded as indispensable, this latest volume, as well as giving up-to-date prescribing information, contains new features to make it an even better reference tool.

New this time is an index of active ingredients, to give a different angle on searching for medicine information. A directory of veterinary services and supplies and a directory of referral practices are also included, for reference throughout the year. Again the list of products by therapeutic indication is fully indexed, making the book even easier for users of animal medicines to find the information they need to know.

As always, the book gives the full data sheets for animal medicines: this time from 36 companies, including such vital information as safety instruction,s withdrawal periods, product indications and dosage rates; major changes to data sheets since the last edition have been highlighted by a line in the margin. Of course, there is an alphabetical index of brand names.

Copies of the Veterinary Medicines Directorate Suspected Adverse Reaction Surveillance Scheme (SARSS) forms are also included.

A free copy is being sent to every UK veterinary practice and branch surgery, and to every final year veterinary student. This is a change to the previous distribution policy, but special rates - subscriptions and multiple purchase - are offered to encurage veterinary surgeons to buy their own copy. Farmers, animal medicine distributors, animal breeders - in fact, anyone with an interest in animal medicines - will also find it invaluable.

Copies are available from John C Alborough Ltd, Lion Lane, Needham Market, Suffolk IP6 8NT, telephone 01449 723800, for £25 (UK) and £30 (overseas) for single copies. Special discounts are available for multiple orders.