Section 3: Advertising

The provisions of the second paragraph of article R. 5122-2 and those of articles R. 5122-2-1, R. 5122-5, R. 5122-6, R. 5122-7, R. 5122-9 and R. 5122-13 to R. 5122-16 are applicable to advertising for contraceptive products and articles other than medicines and condoms, mentioned in article L. 5134-1. All elements contained in the advertising must be compatible with the marketing authorisation, where this exists.

Advertising to the public for a product or object defined in article R. 5134-11 : 1° Is designed in such a way that the advertising nature of the message is obvious ; 2° Contains at least : a) The name of the product or object and the common name ; b) Information essential for the proper use of the product or object; c) An express and legible invitation to read…

Advertising to the public for a product or object defined in article R. 5134-11 may not include any element which : 1° Suggest that the effect of the product or object is guaranteed or that it has no undesirable effects; 2° Emphasises that the product or object has been granted a marketing authorisation; 3° refers to a recommendation issued by scientists, health professionals or persons who, although they are neither…

Advertising aimed at healthcare professionals, for a product or object defined in article R. 5134-11, is adapted to its target audience. It specifies the date on which it was drawn up or last revised and includes the following information: 1° The name of the product or object ; 2° The name and address of the company exploiting the product or object; 3° The form of use; 4° In the case…