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Advertising of OTC medicines containing codeine and dihydrocodeine

This document provides guidance on the MHRA’s requirements for the advertising of codeine and dihydrocodeine-containing analgesics.

The guidance covers:

Restrictions on the sale of these medicines
Requirements when advertising to consumers
Restrictions on promotions
Advertising to Persons Qualified to Prescribe or Supply