The Prescription Medicines Code of Practice Authority (PMCPA)
The PMCPA is the self-regulatory body that administers the Association of the British Pharmaceutical Industry (ABPI) Code of Practice for the Pharmaceutical Industry, operating independently of the ABPI. Established in 1993, it provides guidance, training, and manages the complaints procedure related to pharmaceutical advertising and activities.
- Training on compliance with the Code
- Guidance on the ABPI Code of Practice
- Complaints handling and conciliation services
- Scrutiny of advertising and promotional materials