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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
A07AA02 MEDISTAN G Nystatin - 500,000IU/5ml 500,000IU/5ml Suspension 415,951 L.L
B05CX01 ALDEX G Dextrose, H2O - 5g/100ml 5g/100ml Injectable solution 205,933 L.L
C03DA04 EPLERENONE ARROW G Eplerenone - 50mg 50mg Tablet, coated 1,744,308 L.L
C09CA04 IRBESARTAN ARROW G Irbesartan - 300mg 300mg Tablet 470,345 L.L
C10AA07 CRESULIP 10 G Rosuvastatin (calcium) - 10mg 10mg Tablet, film coated 575,933 L.L
D10AF01 MEDACIN T G Clindamycin (phosphate) - 10mg/ml 10mg/ml Solution 314,459 L.L
G04CA02 PROSTAFINE G Tamsulosin HCl - 0.4mg 0.4mg Capsule, modified release 761,511 L.L
J01DD02 FORTECARE G Ceftazidime - 1g 1g Injectable powder for solution 10,011,695 L.L
J01XA01 VANCOMYCIN HIKMA G Vancomycin (HCl) - 500mg 500mg Injectable powder for solution 998,475 L.L
L01BA01 METHOTREXAT EBEWE G Methotrexate - 500mg 500mg Injectable solution 1,842,408 L.L
N05AH04 SEROPINE 100 G Quetiapine fumarate - 100mg 100mg Tablet, film coated 1,996,950 L.L
N06DA03 RIVASTIGMINE ARROW G Rivastigmine - 3mg 3mg Capsule 842,589 L.L
R03DC03 LUKAST G Montelukast (sodium) - 4mg 4mg Tablet, chewable 783,460 L.L
S01GA01 IRIDINA DUE G Naphazoline HCl - 0.5mg/ml 0.5mg/ml Drops solution 469,001 L.L
A07AA02 MEDISTAN G Nystatin - 200.000IU 200.000IU Lozenge 418,511 L.L
B05CX01 SOLUFLEX DEXTROSE 5% INJECTION USP G Glucose - 5% 5% Injectable solution 186,167 L.L
C09CA04 CONVERIUM G Irbesartan - 300mg 300mg Tablet 585,915 L.L
C10AA07 ROXARDIO G Rosuvastatin (calcium) - 10mg 10mg Tablet, film coated 682,094 L.L
D10AF01 CLINIDERM G Clindamycin (phosphate) - 1% 1% Gel 712,876 L.L
G04CA02 TALUSIN G Tamsulosin HCl - 0.4mg 0.4mg Capsule, modified release 683,440 L.L
J01DD04 TRIAXONE G Ceftriaxone (sodium) - 500mg 500mg Injectable powder for solution+diluent 356,118 L.L
J01XA01 VOXIN G Vancomycin (HCl) - 500mg 500mg Injectable powder for solution 546,944 L.L
L01BA01 EBETREXAT G Methotrexate - 50mg/5ml 50mg/5ml Injectable solution 1,507,821 L.L
M03AC11 SISACURE G Cisatracurium (besylate) - 20mg/10ml 20mg/10ml Injectable solution 1,408,347 L.L
N02BE51 DIFEN GESIC G Paracetamol - 400mg, Diclofenac potassium - 50mg Tablet, film coated 330,585 L.L
N05AH04 QUETIAPINE/ GENEPHARM G Quetiapine - 200mg 200mg Tablet, film coated 2,991,393 L.L
N06DA03 RIVASTIGMINE ARROW G Rivastigmine - 1.5mg 1.5mg Capsule 684,016 L.L
R03DC03 UNICAST G Montelukast (sodium) - 4mg 4mg Tablet, chewable 783,460 L.L
S01GA04 ALERJON G Oxymetazoline HCl - Drops solution 528,130 L.L
A01AB09 MYCOHEAL G Miconazole nitrate - 20mg/g 20mg/g Gel 210,983 L.L
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