The Food and Drug Administration (FDA) is extending the period for public comments on a concept paper titled "Potential Approach for Defining Durations of Use for Medically Important Antimicrobial Drugs Intended for Use In or On Feed." Originally, the comment period was set to end on April 12, 2021, but it has been extended by 60 days to June 11, 2021, to give people more time to share their thoughts. The concept paper was published on January 11, 2021, and this extension is in response to requests for more time to provide comprehensive feedback. Interested parties can submit their comments electronically or in written form by the new deadline.
Simple Explanation
The FDA wants to hear from people about using special medicines in animal food, and they've given extra time for everyone to share their thoughts by June 11, 2021, instead of the original April date. They're asking for comments in a way that's like giving suggestions on how long these medicines should be used to keep animals healthy.