The figures refer to the period 1.4.2020 – 4.11.2020
0
experts ensure that the pharmacopoeia contains the latest quality specifications.
0
out-of-stock applications were processed by Swissmedic between January and June 2020 alone.
By comparison: on average, Swissmedic processes 30-40 out-of-stock applications in a year.
The pharmacopoeia has been laying down quality specifications for medicinal products in Switzerland for 155 years.
The first edition of the Swiss Pharmacopoeia (Ph. Helv.) was published in 1865. Swissmedic held a conference to mark the 150th anniversary in 2015.
Number of HMEC recommendations by indication 2020
Projected for the full year based on the half-year figures
oncology products
metabolism and other products
immunosuppressive agents
nervous system products
lung and respiratory tract products
antibacterial agents