Antibiotics Residue of Milk in Malaysia : A Review
Date
2023-07-17Author
Selvanayagam, Manisha Devi
Darusman, Huda Shalahudin
Purwantara, Bambang
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Antibiotic residue in milk products is a major public health concern as it can
pose a risk to human health and contribute to antibiotic resistance. Milk from cows
treated with antibiotics may contain residues of the drugs, which can persist through
the milk production process and end up in the final milk products. The consumption
of these products can lead to adverse health effects, including allergic reactions and
the development of antibiotic-resistant bacteria in humans. There are regulatory
frameworks in place in many countries, including the establishment of Maximum
Residue Limits (MRLs) for antibiotics in milk, withdrawal periods for antibiotics,
testing and surveillance programs to detect and prevent antibiotic residues in milk
products. However, challenges remain in enforcing these regulations and ensuring
compliance among dairy farmers and milk processors. There is also a need for
further research to better understand the long-term health effects of consuming milk
products with antibiotic residues, as well as the development of new methods for
detecting and monitoring antibiotic residues in milk. Overall, the prevention and
control of antibiotic residue in milk products is essential for protecting public health
and combating the spread of antibiotic resistance.