Details of animal medicine seizure notice served following a parcel addressed to premises in Belfast was stopped at a Belfast depot

By Samantha Allen

Published: July 18, 2022 | 11:36 AM GMT

A courier service with a Belfast depot detected the following veterinary medications. The parcel was transported from Australia and was intended for residential premises in Belfast.

The parcel contained:

3 boxes of Foliphos (100 ml bottle – injectable).

The products were detained, and then Department of Agriculture, Environment and Rural Affairs (DAERA) seized them.

This substance, an injectable meant for use in dogs and horses, is not recognised as a veterinary treatment in Great Britain or Northern Ireland.

The medications were seized in accordance with Veterinary Medicines Regulations 2013 Regulation 25 (Importation of Unauthorized Veterinary Medicinal Products).

About Samantha Allen

Samantha Allen is a seasoned journalist and senior correspondent at TDPel Media, specializing in the intersection of maternal health, clinical wellness, and public policy. With a background in investigative reporting and a passion for data-driven storytelling, Samantha has become a trusted voice for expectant mothers and healthcare advocates worldwide. Her work focuses on translating complex medical research into actionable insights, covering everything from prenatal fitness and neonatal care to the socioeconomic impacts of healthcare legislation. At TDPel Media, Samantha leads the agency's health analytics desk, ensuring that every report is grounded in accuracy, empathy, and scientific integrity. When she isn't in the newsroom, she is an advocate for community-led wellness initiatives and an avid explorer of California’s coastal trails.