QuestionsQuestions (DOH ADMINISTRATIVE ORDER NO. 90, SERIES OF 2003)
It is issued in accordance with Republic Act No. 3720 (as amended), the Food, Drugs, Devices and Cosmetics Act.
They are classified as HOUSEHOLD REMEDIES and may be dispensed without the supervision of a licensed pharmacist.
They are classified as OVER-THE-COUNTER DRUGS and must be dispensed under the supervision of a licensed pharmacist.
They are classified as PRESCRIPTION DRUGS and must be dispensed only by licensed pharmacists of registered drug outlets upon presentation of a proper prescription.
They are classified as NOT-REGISTRABLE; they are not allowed and are prohibited from being registered.
When the tretinoin concentration is ≤0.025% for gels and lotions, and ≤0.05% for creams.
When the concentration is more than 0.025% for gels and lotions, or more than 0.05% for creams; these must be dispensed only by licensed pharmacists of registered drug outlets upon presentation of a proper prescription.
They are classified as HOUSEHOLD REMEDIES and can be dispensed without the supervision of a licensed pharmacist.
They are classified as OVER-THE-COUNTER DRUGS and must be dispensed under the supervision of a licensed pharmacist.
They are classified as PRESCRIPTION DRUGS and must be dispensed only by licensed pharmacists of registered drug outlets upon presentation of a proper prescription.
Yes. The thresholds differ: household cutoff is ≤0.025% for gels/lotions and ≤0.05% for creams; prescription requirement applies when those respective cutoffs are exceeded.
Appropriate labeling as to proper use and adequate warnings as to possible local or systemic adverse effects or reactions must be clearly indicated for all approved products.
It takes effect fifteen (15) days after its publication in at least two (2) newspapers of general circulation.
It amends, modifies, repeals and/or revokes any parts of other administrative issuances that are inconsistent with the Order.