POM-VPS Prescription Required

Ivomec Classic Pour-on for Cattle

Active ingredient: Ivermectin

Form

Spot-on

Species

Cattle

Manufacturer

Boehringer Ingelheim Vetmedica GmbH

VMD MA No.

61700/3088

View official SPC (PDF)

The prescription itself has a price. See what practices near you charge for a consultation and the written prescription fee.

Paying less for Ivermectin

1

Ask your vet for a written prescription

They must provide one on request. Under the CMA Order the fee is capped at £21 from 2027.
2

Fill it at a registered online retailer

The CMA found online pharmacies 50–60% cheaper than practice dispensing on common medicines — typically £200–£300 a year.

Your prescription rights → VMD register of retailers →

Prescription required

Your vet must provide a written prescription on request. You can then purchase from any licensed online retailer.

Clinical details are being added

We're extracting detailed indications, dosage, side effects and more from the official SPC document. Check back soon.

View official SPC (PDF) on VMD

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