Hyperfixed The Cat Drug Black Market, Part III
Aug 14, 2025
Nicole Jacques, a former member of the FIP Warriors Facebook group, shares her journey from navigating the black market for cat medications to advocating for legal access to GS441524, a life-saving drug for cats with FIP. She discusses the transformation of community efforts that turned illicit practices into legitimate treatment options. The conversation dives into the challenges of black market pharmaceuticals, shedding light on moral complexities and regulatory hurdles. Jacques reflects on the impact of these changes on veterinary care and the passionate community behind them.
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Compounding Law Opens A Legal Route
- The 1994 AMDUCA and 2022 GFI-256 create legal pathways to compound animal drugs when no approved option exists.
- Nicole Jacques used these rules to argue GS441524 could be compounded and prescribed under veterinary oversight.
Use Compounding Under Vet Oversight
- If a vet-prescribed treatment lacks an FDA-approved product, consider using a licensed compounding pharmacy under AMDUCA and GFI-256 guidelines.
- Ensure the bulk drug source and compounding facility meet FDA registration and professional standards.
Slide Deck Surprise At A Pharmacy
- Nicole walked into a large compounding pharmacy with a slide deck expecting to persuade them to compound GS441524.
- The pharmacy agreed within two slides, revealing the regulatory path was simpler than she feared.