Scope of the Adverse Drug Reaction Reporting System
- Applicable to all drug establishments and concerned parties.
- Requires reporting of adverse reactions to drugs with focus on:
- New drugs, especially those of current interest.
- Suspected drug interactions.
- Other drugs causing significant management issues.
Key Definitions and Criteria for Reporting
- Adverse reactions include those leading to death, danger to life, hospitalization, extended hospital stay, absence from productive work, birth defects, or any serious adverse drug reaction.
Reporting Procedures
- Serious adverse drug reaction reports must be submitted within two weeks of receiving the information.
- Other ADR reports must be submitted annually, on or before January 15.
Legal Effectivity and Compliance
- The circular was adopted and took effect immediately on April 20, 1994.
- Compliance with the reporting system is mandatory to uphold drug safety standards.