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Lebanese Guideline on Good Pharmacovigilance Practices (LGVP)

 
Lebanese Good Pharmacovigilance Practices (LGVP) Guideline - Invite for Public Consultation



Announcement – Date: January 31th, 2023
We are pleased to announce the extension to LGVP public consultation deadlines.
Phase II (Modules II, V, and XVI): Extended from February 16th, 2024 to March 16th, 2024.
Phase III (Modules VII, VIII, and XV): Extended from March 16th, 2024 to April 16th, 2024.
 
Clarification – Date: October 17th , 2023
As an addition to the instructions outlined above, kindly note that the following details pertaining to the reviewer are obligatory and must be incorporated within the body of the submitted email: 
  • Reviewer's full name 
  • Reviewer's contact information, including phone number and email 
  • Reviewer's current country of residence 
 
Beirut, October 16, 2023 — The Lebanese Ministry of Public Health (MoPH) is pleased to announce the official release of Version 1 of the Lebanese Good Pharmacovigilance Practices Guideline (LGVP) for public consultation.
In alignment with our commitment to transparency, safety, and continuous improvement, we invite all Marketing Authorization Holders and any party or individual involved in pharmacovigilance activities in Lebanon to actively participate in the public consultation phase for this guideline. Your valuable input, comments, and questions will contribute to the refinement of the guideline.
 
Guideline Overview:
The LGVP outlines essential standards and best practices in pharmacovigilance, ensuring that all pharmaceutical products available in Lebanon meet the highest safety and quality standards. This guideline will play a pivotal role in strengthening our nation's pharmaceutical sector and, most importantly, safeguarding public health.
 
Public Consultation Details:
The public consultation period will follow a sequential release of Modules to be organized into three distinct phases, each extending for a duration of three months, with a one-month interval between phases. These phases are outlined as follows:
       Phase Start Date End Date Modules
Phase I October 16, 2023 January 16, 2024
  • Introductory Note: Legal basis and structure of pharmacovigilance guideline*
  • Module I: Pharmacovigilance systems and their quality systems
  • Module VI: Collection, management and submission of reports of suspected adverse reactions to medicinal products
Phase II November 16, 2023 March 16, 2024
  • Module II: Pharmacovigilance System Master File (PSMF) and Pharmacovigilance Sub-System File (PSSF)
  • Module V: Risk management systems
  • Module XVI: Risk minimization measures-selection of tools and effectiveness indicators
Phase III December 16, 2023 April 16, 2024
  • Module VII: Periodic Safety Update Report (PSUR)
  • Module VIII: Post-Authorization Safety Studies (PASS)
  • Module XV: Safety communication
*The introductory note is not concerned with the public consultation; you are therefore not required to submit comments on it.
 
 
As of the date of the present announcement, the MoPH is proud to initiate Phase I of the public consultation for the concerned Modules.
 
How to Participate:
To access the guideline and participate in the public consultation, kindly access the links for the Modules provided under the relevant section of the present Lebanese National Pharmacovigilance Program webpage.

Proposals for corrections, revision, or addition suggested to any section of the released Modules are to be shared through the provided link for the Excel sheet and sent to both of the following emails within the specified timeframe: lgvp@moph.gov.lb, and lgvp.moph@gmail.com.

We kindly request that you use the provided Excel sheet for each respective Module. The Excel file should be named according to the following convention: “Module [Module number]-[Company name].xls”, for instance, "Module I-Mersaco.xls." Your compliance with this naming convention is greatly appreciated.

An acknowledgment email will be sent to confirm the receipt pf the suggested comments.

For further information and inquiries, please contact the Pharmacovigilance Team through the above email.
 
Remarks:
The Lebanese MoPH extends its gratitude to all stakeholders for their cooperation and commitment to the advancement of pharmacovigilance in Lebanon. Your engagement in the public consultation is invaluable, and together, we will set new standards for pharmaceutical safety and efficacy.

Copyright Notice ©
This Guideline on Good Pharmacovigilance Practices (GVP) for Lebanon is the property of the Lebanese Ministry of Public Health (MoPH). All rights are reserved. Do not copy without permission. Permission may be requested from the Quality Assurance for Pharmaceutical Products Program - Ministry of Public Health, Lebanon by sending an email to: pv@moph.gov.lb, or pv.moph@gmail.com

 
Introductory Note: Legal basis and structure of pharmacovigilance guideline
Introductory Note: Legal basis and structure of pharmacovigilance guideline

First published: 16/10/2023

 
Module I: Pharmacovigilance systems and their quality systems
Module I: Pharmacovigilance systems and their quality systems
First published: 16/10/2023
Consultation dates: from 16/10/2023 to 16/01/2024
 
Module II: Pharmacovigilance System Master File (PSMF) and Pharmacovigilance Sub-System File (PSSF)
Module II: Pharmacovigilance System Master File (PSMF) and Pharmacovigilance Sub-System File (PSSF)
First published: 16/11/2023
Consultation dates: from 16/11/2023 to 16/02/2024
 
Module V: Risk Management System
Module V: Risk Management System
Module V – Annex: Template of the National Display of the Risk Management Plan in Lebanon

First published: 16/11/2023
Consultation dates: from 16/11/2023 to 16/02/2024
 
Module VI: Collection, management, and submission of reports of suspected adverse reactions to medicinal products
Module VI: Collection, management, and submission of reports of suspected adverse reactions to medicinal products
First published: 16/10/2023
Consultation dates: from 16/10/2023 to 16/01/2024
 
Module VII: Periodic Safety Update Report (PSUR)
Module VII: Periodic Safety Update Report (PSUR)
First published: 16/12/2023
Consultation dates: from 16/12/2023 to 16/03/2024
 
Module VIII: Post-Authorization Safety Study(PASS)
Module VIII: Post-Authorization Safety Study(PASS)

First published: 16/12/2023
Consultation dates: from 16/12/2023 to 16/03/2024

 
Module XV: Safety Communication 
Module XV: Safety Communication
First published: 16/12/2023
Consultation dates: from 16/12/2023 to 16/03/2024
 
 
Module XVI: Risk Minimization Measures: Selection of Tools and Effectiveness Indicators
Module XVI: Risk Minimization Measures: Selection of Tools and Effectiveness Indicators

First published: 16/11/2023
Consultation dates: from 16/11/2023 to 16/02/2024

 

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ATC Name B/G Ingredients Dosage Form Price
C09CA06 BLOPRESS B Candesartan cilexetil - 8mg 8mg Tablet 847,965 L.L
G04BE09 LEVITRA B Vardenafil (HCl) - 20mg 20mg Tablet, film coated 2,660,808 L.L
J07CA02 TETRAXIM (Vaccin Diphterique, tetanique, coquelucheux acellulaire et Poliomyelitique inactivé adsorbé) B Diphteria toxoid purified - ?30IU, Tetanus toxoid purified - ?40IU, Poliomyelitis virus type 1 inactivated - 40D.U., Poliomyelitis virus type 2 inactivated - 8D.U., Poliomyelitis virus type 3 inactivated - 32D.U., Bordetella Pertussis Antigens: toxoid - 25mcg, Bordetella Pertussis Antigens: filamentous haemagglutinin - 25mcg Injectable suspension 1,628,737 L.L
N04BC05 SIFROL B Pramipexole (dihydrochloride monohydrate) - 0.18mg 0.18mg Tablet 631,606 L.L
R07AA INFASURF B Calfactant - 210mg/6ml 35mg/ml Injectable suspension 40,596,749 L.L
A11CC03 ONE-ALPHA B Alfacalcidol - 0.5mcg 0.5mcg Capsule 942,034 L.L
B02BX05 REVOLADE B Eltrombopag Olamine - 25mg 25mg Tablet, film coated 75,701,015 L.L
C05AX05 PROCTO GLYVENOL B Lidocaine - 40mg, Tribenoside - 400mg Suppository 399,121 L.L
J07CA06 INFANRIX IPV + HIB B Poliomyelitis virus type 3 inactivated(Prefilled syringe) - 32D.U., Poliomyelitis virus type 2 inactivated(Prefilled syringe) - 8D.U., Poliomyelitis virus type 1 inactivated(Prefilled syringe) - 40D.U., Bordetella pertussis antigen(Prefilled syringe) - toxoid 25mcg+filamentous haemaglutinin 25mcg+pertactin 8mcg, Tetanus toxoid (Prefilled syringe) - ?40IU, Diphtheria toxoid (Prefilled syringe) - ?30IU, H. Influenza type b polysaccharide(Vial) - 10mcg Injectable dry powder+suspension 3,014,239 L.L
L01EX01 SUTENT B Sunitinib maleate - 25mg 25mg Capsule 98,852,769 L.L
R07AA INFASURF B Calfactant - 105mg/3ml 35mg/ml Injectable suspension 23,344,161 L.L
A11CC03 ONE-ALPHA B Alfacalcidol - 2mcg/ml 2mcg/ml Drops solution 1,343,843 L.L
B02BX05 REVOLADE B Eltrombopag Olamine - 50mg 50mg Tablet, film coated 151,399,262 L.L
C05AX05 PROCTO GLYVENOL B Lidocaine HCl - 2g/100g, Tribenoside - 5g/100g Cream 405,840 L.L
D10AD53 EPIDUO B Adapalene - 0.1%, Benzoyl peroxide - 2.5% Gel 2,088,331 L.L
J07CA06 PENTAXIM B Poliomyelitis virus type 3 inactivated(Prefilled syringe) - 32D.U., Poliomyelitis virus type 2 inactivated(Prefilled syringe) - 8D.U., Poliomyelitis virus type 1 inactivated(Prefilled syringe) - 40D.U., Bordetella pertussis antigen (Prefilled syringe) - toxoid 25mcg+filamentous haemaglutinin 25mcg, Tetanus toxoid (Prefilled syringe) - ?40IU, Diphtheria toxoid (Prefilled syringe) - ?30IU, H. Influenza type b polysaccharide(Vial) - 10mcg Injectable dry powder+suspension 2,558,676 L.L
L04AA29 XELJANZ XR B Tofacitinib - 11mg 11mg Tablet, extended release 78,687,316 L.L
M01AH01 CELEBREX B Celecoxib - 200mg 200mg Capsule 1,126,140 L.L
N04BC05 SIFROL B Pramipexole (dihydrochloride monohydrate) - 0.7mg 0.7mg Tablet 2,478,046 L.L
R07AA01 SURVANTA B Colfosceril palmitate - 200mg/8ml 200mg/8ml Suspension 36,957,499 L.L
C05BA53 CONTRACTUBEX B Allantoin - 1g/100g, Cepae - 10g/100g, Heparin - 5000IU/100g Gel 498,566 L.L
D10AD53 EPIDUO FORTE B Adapalene - 0.3%, Benzoyl peroxide - 2.5% Gel 2,201,214 L.L
J07CA09 INFANRIX HEXA B Diphteria toxoid purified (Prefilled syringe) - ?30IU/0.5ml, Tetanus toxoid purified (prefilled syringe) - ?40IU/0.5ml, Bordetella pertussis antigen (Prefilled syringe) - toxoid 25mcg+filamentous haemaglutinin 25mcg+pertactin 8mcg/0.5ml, Poliomyelitis virus type 1 antigen (prefilled syringe) - 40D.U./0.5ml, Poliomyelitis virus type 2 antigen(prefilled syringe) - 8D.U./0.5ml, Poliomyelitis virus type 3 antigen (prefilled syringe) - 32D.U./0.5ml, HBs Antigen (prefilled syringe) - 10mcg/0.5ml, H. Influenza type b polysaccharide (Vial) - 10mcg/0.5ml Injectable suspension 4,230,416 L.L
L01EX01 SUTENT B Sunitinib maleate - 50mg 50mg Capsule 197,706,574 L.L
N06AX11 REMERON SOLTAB B Mirtazapine - 30mg 30mg Tablet, orodispersible 1,486,290 L.L
R03AK07 SYMBICORT B Formoterol fumarate dihydrate - 4.5mcg/Inhalation, Budesonide - 160mcg/Inhalation Inhalation powder 3,378,420 L.L
C05BA53 CONTRACTUBEX B Allantoin - 1g/100g, Cepae - 10g/100g, Heparin - 5,000IU/100g Gel 1,183,925 L.L
C09CA06 ATACAND B Candesartan cilexetil - 16mg 16mg Tablet 705,517 L.L
C10AA07 CRESTOR B Rosuvastatin (calcium) - 20mg 20mg Tablet, film coated 804,962 L.L
G04BE30 LIF-DOL B Yohimbin HCl - 3.3mg, Thiamine - 5.5mg, Cyanocobalamine - 0.015mg, Ferrous fumarate - 50mg, Sildenafil citrate - 10mg Tablet, coated 231,653 L.L
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