Controls on Advertisements

Question 1

Under HPA, what other forms are considered advertising?

Answer 1

Public demonstrations and offers of free trials

Question 2

Under Medicines Act, what situation are exempted from the need for advertising permit?

Answer 2

Advertisements and promotions for trade purposes generally

Question 3

Off-label use of health products

Answer 3

Cannot be advertised or promoted but practitioners can use them freely

Question 4

Prohibition of advertisement of cosmetic products under HPA

Answer 4

Cannot make any therapeutic claims

Question 5

What is covered by HPA but not covered by Medicines Act and Sale of Drugs Act?

Answer 5

Cannot advertise or promote a health product relating to certain diseases and conditions, even to healthcare professionals