BFAD ADMINISTRATIVE ORDER NO. 13, S. 1999

: Hydroquinone preparations containing less than or equal to 2.0% are classified as home remedies and can be sold without the supervision of a pharmacist, provided proper labeling is adhered to.
: These preparations are classified as over-the-counter (OTC) drugs.
: They are considered prescription drugs and must have appropriate labeling regarding proper use and warnings of possible adverse effects.
: They are classified as home remedies and can be sold without pharmacist supervision, given that proper labeling is observed.
: They are classified as over-the-counter (OTC) drugs.
: They are considered prescription drugs requiring proper labeling and warnings about possible adverse effects.
: Combinations where Hydroquinone does not exceed 2% and Tretinoin does not exceed 0.025% are classified as home remedies and need not be dispensed under pharmacist supervision, provided proper labeling is followed.
: Proper labeling as to the preparation's proper use and warnings of possible adverse effects must be indicated on preparations, especially those classified as prescription or OTC drugs.
: It is promulgated in accordance with Republic Act No. 3720, known as the Foods, Drugs, Devices and Cosmetics Act, as amended.
: It took effect fifteen (15) days after its publication in a newspaper of general circulation.