Publication of the “JPMA Code of Practice (Revised May 2025)” Book
We are pleased to announce the publication of a book regarding the “JPMA Code of Practice (hereinafter referred to as the JPMA Code),” which was revised in May 2025.
The JPMA Code is an industry self-regulatory code established in January 2013 (and implemented in April of that year), which builds upon the Code of Promotion for Prescription Drugs established in 1993. Its scope covers all corporate activities conducted by officers and employees of member companies toward researchers, healthcare professionals, patient groups, wholesalers, and others.
To purchase this publication, please place your order through the “Online Bookstore” of the Japan Pharmaceutical Information Center (JAPIC), a general incorporated foundation.
About the Book
- Title: JPMA Code of Practice, October 2025
- Edited by: Code Compliance Committee
- Publication Date: October 2025
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Format/Pages: 384 pages
- Code: HA2501
- List Price: Members: 2,800 yen (base price) + tax; Non-members: 4,500 yen (base price) + tax
Contents
JPMA Code is an industry self-regulatory code established in January 2013 (effective April 2013), building upon the Promotion Code enacted in 1993. Its scope covers all corporate activities conducted by officers and employees of member companies toward researchers, healthcare professionals, patient groups, wholesalers, and others.
The revisions effective in May 2025 consist of four points: a revision to the definition of “promotion”; changes to the content of the “Prescription Drug Promotion Code”; the elimination of duplicate provisions between the “Code of Practice” and the “Prescription Drug Promotion Code”; and the reorganization of references to and inclusion of JPMA notifications and IFPMA guidance.The overall structure is as follows: “I-1. Code of Practice,” “I-2. Code of Promotion for Prescription Drugs,” “II-1. Explanation of the Code of Practice,”“II-2. Explanation of the Prescription Drug Promotion Code.” In addition, the website includes various rules, regulations, and guidelines, as well as documents issued by the Chairperson and other related materials.
Sales
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Please place your order via the “JPMA Book Purchase Request” page ( https://www.japic.or.jp/guidance/ ).