Swissmedic

Swissmedic is affiliated to the Federal Department of Home Affairs.

Any medical products for humans or animals need approval from Swissmedic to be brought on the Swiss market.

When authorising new medicinal products, Swissmedic bases its decisions on internationally acknowledged criteria.

The products may only be placed on the market if their quality, safety and effectiveness are sufficiently evaluated and proved.

If the criteria for authorisation are fulfilled, Swissmedic grants the marketing authorisation, specifies the method of sale (on prescription only/dispensing point) and approves the information for healthcare professionals and the patient information.