Classification and supply of substances under control
Narcotic drugs decree
| Narcotic drugs decree | examples | Summary of Products characteristics (SmPC) | Labelling |
|---|---|---|---|
| § 18 (1)I, II, IV | fentanyl, hydromorphone, oxycodone, remifentanil | SG, pharmacy only = narcotic, special prescription only, pharmacy only | POM pharmacy only |
| § 20 (4)III | Tramadol, certain preparations of codeine | S1, pharmacy only = narcotic, non renewable prescription only, pharmacy only | POM pharmacy only |
Psychotropic substances decree
| Psychotropic Substances decree | Summary of Products characteristics (SmPC) | Labelling |
|---|---|---|
| § 10 (3) indicated substances according to annex I, currently flunitrazepam only | prescription only medicine, pharmacy only, special prescription only according to § 10 (3) of Psychotropic substances decree | POM pharmacy only |
| § 10 (4)Other benzodiazepines | prescription only medicine, pharmacy only, non renewable prescription according to § 10 (4) of Psychotropic substances decree | POM pharmacy only |
On all packages in which narcotic drugs are placed on the market, the narcotic drug content must be stated either in percentages or in the weight quantity contained therein, calculated on the basis of the narcotic drug.
Further inquiry note
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27/03/2015