Advertising pharmaceuticals to healthcare professionals - common issues
UK
The rules regarding gifts, inducements and other benefits offered or supplied to PQPS can pose a problem for companies promoting medicinal products. There are detailed rules as to what can and cannot be provided in particular circumstances. Common issues encountered include the provision of hospitality to healthcare professionals, sponsorship of conference attendance, and payment of related accommodation and travel expenses.
Germany
Common issues encountered include the provision of hospitality to healthcare professionals, sponsorship of conference attendance, and payment of related accommodation and travel expenses.
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Paul England
Paul is a senior associate and professional support lawyer in the Patents group based in our London office.
Dr Manja Epping
Manja is a partner and Head of Life Sciences for Germany based in our Munich office.