OTC monograph publication targets
This article was originally published in The Rose Sheet
Executive Summary
Notice of proposed rulemaking for UVA/UVB sunscreen products targeted for June 2002, FDA announces in unified agenda published in Federal Register Dec. 3. Estimated timeframe marks extension of previous September 2001 date, reflecting tentative nature of dates in biannual publication. Final action on healthcare antiseptic products expected by December 2002, rather than previous year-end 2001 goal. Possible near-term actions include release of skin protectants final monograph (listed as November 2001). Reproposal of skin bleaching products monograph expected by January 2003...