The Natural and Non-prescription Health Products Directorate (NNHPD) has communicated upcoming changes to the Acne Therapy Monograph. The posted monograph has not been updated on-line to-date.
Cosmetics Alliance has prepared a chart comparing previous monograph versions to demonstrate the changes.
The changes are as follows:
The dosage form information has been revised to describe the acceptable dosage forms when used according to monograph requirements. The Acne Therapy monograph is being revised to reintroduce the list of specific dosage forms on the monograph:
- Acceptable dosage forms for Natural health products (NHPs) and Non-prescription drugs (NPDs): Aerosol; Cream; Gel; Lotion; Ointment; Paste; Solution; Wipe, medicated.
- Acceptable dosage forms for NHPs only: Aerosol, spray; Bar, soap; Foam; Liquid; Soap, liquid; Sponge; Topical liquid.
Directions for use for aerosols and aerosol sprays have also been added to mitigate any potential risk and be consistent with requirements listed on other monographs such as those for sunscreens:
- Do not spray directly onto face. Spray on hands then apply to face
- Avoid inhaling or exposing others to spray.
