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Medicinal Products Act (HMG)(812.102).

Country
Type of law
Legislation
Date of original text
Date of latest amendment
Source

Abstract
This law provides the legal basis for the authorization, distribution, and monitoring of human and veterinary medicinal products and medical devices in Liechtenstein. It ensures that only products meeting strict safety, efficacy, and quality standards are allowed on the market. It mandates ongoing surveillance of authorized products to monitor their safety and effectiveness, and to ensure compliance with regulatory requirements. The HMG aligns Liechtenstein's regulations with European Union directives, facilitating the mutual recognition of authorizations and standards across EU member states. This legislation is part of Liechtenstein's efforts to ensure high standards in the healthcare sector, protect public health, and harmonize its laws with those of the European Union. The text consists of 61 Articles.
Long title of text
Law of 4 December 2014 on medicinal products and medical devices (Medicinal Products Act; HMG).
Entry into force notes
This law comes into force on 1 April 2025.
Repealed
No
Publication reference
Liechtensteinisches Landesgesetzblatt year 2015 Nr. 23 (812.102).
Source language

English

Legislation Amendment
No
Original title
Gesetz vom 4. Dezember 2014 über Arzneimittel und Medizinprodukte (Heilmittelgesetz; HMG).