English packs
As a result of Brexit, the British part of the pan-European verification system for medicinal products will be disconnected at the end of 2024. Therefore, from January 1st 2025, packs marketed in the UK can no longer be verified and deactivated by scanning the 2D barcode.
Packs marketed in the UK after January 1st, 2025, must carry the text UK only.
UK packs on compassionate use permits in Denmark should no longer be verified by scanning. Still, they should be treated as packs on compassionate use permits from countries outside the EU and EFTA (§29 medicines) and sera, vaccines, etc. (§30 medicines).
If scanned regardless, an alert will be triggered. In the event of an alert, the product must not be dispensed until it has been ascertained that there is no suspicion of falsification. Check whether the pack is on a compassionate use permit and from the UK. If so, handle the pack according to the procedure for medicine on a compassionate use permit.
The alert investigation should be documented according to the pharmacy’s internal procedures.
If you have any questions, please contact DMVO at +45 39 27 60 60 or info@dmvo.dk.
Further information can be found on the Danish Medicines Agency’s website:
Changes for medicinal packs from the UK
Do you need assistance?
For inquiries related to alarm investigations, the development of our DMS system, contract details, or upcoming updates, don’t hesitate to reach out to us at info@dmvo.dk or call +45 3927 6060.
