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OVMA Position Statement – The Use of Coupons to Promote
Pharmaceutical Products
OVMA does not oppose the use of coupons to promote veterinary pharmaceutical products,
under the following conditions:
the coupons are not handed out by clinic staff or made available through clinic displays;
the veterinary clinic is not required to redeem the coupon; and
the coupon provides the purchaser with a rebate on the cost of purchasing the product,
not on the cost of veterinary services.
OVMA does not oppose the use of coupons to promote pet food and other retail products, under
the following conditions:
the veterinary clinic is not required to redeem the coupon; and
the coupon provides the purchaser with a rebate on the cost of purchasing the product,
not on the cost of veterinary services.
(February 5, 2014 Board)
