In practice, there have been an increasing number of queries on implementing the requirements with regard to the details and placement of URLs, the placement of QR codes and captions for QR codes. Swissmedic has therefore revised the guidance document “Mobile technologies”. The aim of the changes is to clarify which elements are mandatory and which are recommended. It has been made clear that aspects such as the use of a URL and labelling of QR codes with a caption such as “Medicinal product information” are presented as recommendations.
In addition, there have been questions regarding linking QR codes to particular platforms for publication of medicinal product information. In light of this, two new questions have been added to the “Questions and answers on mobile technologies”.
The revised guidance document “Mobile technologies” is valid with effect from 1 August 2026. The two new questions and answers on mobile technologies will also be available on our website from 1 August 2026.
Excerpt from the official page. The original is authoritative.