List of non-prescription drugs for which the testing requirements set out in subsections C.02.019 (1) and (2) of the Food and Drug Regulations do not Apply

This is an ambulatory list of non-prescription drugs for which the testing requirements set out in subsections C.02.019 (1) and (2) of the Food and Drug Regulations do not apply

An ambulatory (or open or rolling) reference refers to the incorporation of a document in such a way as to include any future changes to that document without a need to remake the regulation.

Supersedes: 2020-04-29

Date issued: 2022-10-28

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Class of non-prescription drugs Active ingredient(s) Quantity of active ingredient(s) Qualifier(s) Route(s) of administration Use(s) or purpose(s)
Acne therapy products All approved ingredients All approved quantities For human use Topical All approved uses or purposes
Anti-dandruff products All approved ingredients All approved quantities For human use Topical All approved uses or purposes
Antiperspirants All approved ingredients All approved quantities For human use Topical All approved uses or purposes
Antiseptic skin cleansers All approved ingredients All approved quantities For human use Topical All approved uses or purposes
Athlete's foot treatment All approved ingredients All approved quantities For human use Topical All approved uses or purposes
Diaper rash products All approved ingredients All approved quantities For human use Topical All approved uses or purposes
Medicated skin care products All approved ingredients All approved quantities For human use Topical All approved uses or purposes except for antifungals, antivirals, antibiotics, corticosteroids, counterirritants, and analgesics.
Mouthwashes All approved ingredients All approved quantities For human use Oral cavity All approved uses or purposes
Sunscreens All approved ingredients All approved quantities For human use Topical All approved uses or purposes
Toothpaste All approved ingredients All approved quantities For human use Oral cavity All approved uses or purposes
Throat lozenges All approved ingredients All approved quantities For human use Oral cavity All approved uses or purposes
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