Does the FTC have rules on advertisements for over-the-counter (OTC) drugs?
The FTC handles most matters regarding claims in advertisements for OTC drugs. The Food and Drug Administration (FDA) handles most matters regarding the labeling of over-the-counter drugs. As with any other product, claims for OTC drugs must be truthful and non-deceptive. Given the health and safety issues that can arise in marketing these products, advertisers should take care in substantiating their claims. Depending on the claim, advertisers may be required to back up their representations with competent and reliable scientific evidence, including testing, studies, or other objective data. For more information about labeling OTC drugs, see www.fda.gov or call the FDA Inquiry Line, (800) 532-4440. Does the FTC have specific rules on advertisements for prescription drugs? No. The FDA handles most matters related to the advertising of prescription drugs. For more information about marketing prescription drugs, see www.fda.gov or call the FDA Inquiry Line, (800) 532-4440.
The FTC handles most matters regarding claims in advertisements for over-the-counter drugs. The Food and Drug Administration (FDA) handles most matters regarding the labeling of OTC drugs. As with any other product, claims for OTC drugs must be truthful and non-deceptive. Given the health and safety issues that can arise in marketing these products, advertisers should take care in substantiating their claims. Depending on the claim, advertisers may be required to back up their representations with competent and reliable scientific evidence, including tests, studies, or other objective data. For more information about labeling OTC drugs, visit the FDA’s website at www.fda.gov or call the FDA Inquiry Line, 1-888-INFO-FDA.
The FTC handles most matters regarding claims in advertisements for OTC drugs. The Food and Drug Administration (FDA) handles most matters regarding the labeling of over-the-counter drugs. As with any other product, claims for OTC drugs must be truthful and non-deceptive. Given the health and safety issues that can arise in marketing these products, advertisers should take care in substantiating their claims. Depending on the claim, advertisers may be required to back up their representations with competent and reliable scientific evidence, including testing, studies, or other objective data. For more information about labeling OTC drugs, see www.fda.gov or call the FDA Inquiry Line, (800) 532-4440.
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- Does the FTC have rules on advertisements for over-the-counter (OTC) drugs?
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