List D: List of Certain Non-prescription Drugs for Distribution as Samples
This is an ambulatory list of the specific non-prescription drugs that can be distributed as samples directly to consumers as per the Regulations Amending the Food and Drug Regulations (Distribution of Drugs as Samples) Subsection C.01.001(1) of the Food and Drug Regulations.
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: 2022-11-16
Only non-prescription drugs listed below can be distributed as samples to adult consumers (18 years or older).
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| Class of Non-prescription Drugs | Medicinal Ingredient (s) | Quantity of Active Ingredient (s) | Qualifier (s) | Route(s) of Administration | Permissible Use(s) or Purpose(s) | Last Revised (YYYY-MM-DD) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Toothpastes | All approved ingredients | All approved quantities | For human use | Oral cavity | All approved uses or purposes | 2020-03-13 |
| Mouthwashes | All approved ingredients | All approved quantities | For human use | Oral cavity | All approved uses or purposes | 2020-03-13 |
| Antiseptic Skin Cleansers | All approved ingredients | All approved quantities | For human use | Topical | All approved uses or purposes | 2020-03-13 |
| Sunscreens | All approved ingredients | All approved quantities | For human use | Topical | All approved uses or purposes | 2020-03-13 |
| Anti-Dandruff Products | All approved ingredients | All approved quantities | For human use | Topical | All approved uses or purposes | 2020-03-13 |
| Diaper Rash Products | All approved ingredients | All approved quantities | For human use | Topical | All approved uses or purposes | 2020-03-13 |
| Medicated Skin Care Products | All approved ingredients | All approved quantities | For human use | Topical | All approved uses or purposes except antifungals, antivirals, antibiotics, corticosteroids, counterirritants, and analgesics | 2020-03-13 |
| Acne Therapy Products | All approved ingredients | All approved quantities | For human use | Topical | All approved uses or purposes | 2020-03-13 |
| Throat Lozenges | All approved ingredients | All approved quantities | For human use | Oral cavity | All approved uses or purposes | 2020-03-13 |
| Athlete’s Foot Treatments | All approved ingredients | All approved quantities | For human use | Topical | All approved uses or purposes | 2020-03-13 |
| Antiperspirants | All approved ingredients | All approved quantities | For human use | Topical | All approved uses or purposes | 2020-03-13 |
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