Yellow Card Scheme

The Yellow Card Scheme is the United Kingdom's system for collecting information on suspected adverse drug reactions (ADRs) to medicines.

[2] The Yellow Card Centre Scotland is a joint venture between MHRA and the Scottish Government.

[3] Suspected adverse reactions are collected on all licensed medicines and vaccines, whether issued on prescription or bought over the counter from a pharmacist or supermarket.

[4] Yellow Cards are available from pharmacies and a few are presented near the back of the BNF as tear-off pages; copies may also be obtained by telephoning +44 (0) 808 100 3352.

[5] The scheme provides forms that allow members of the public to report suspected side effects, as well as health professionals.