IFPMA Code of Practice 2012

The International Federation of Pharmaceutical Manufacturers and Associations (IFPMA) announced an expansion of its Code of Practice “to govern how companies interact with healthcare professionals, medical institutions and patient organizations.” IFPMA requires all member companies and member associations around the world to adopt and implement this new Code.” IFPMA noted that the new code of practice extends “coverage to all interactions with healthcare professionals, medical institutions, and patient organizations, and provides an effective framework for ethical business practices.”