Authorisation holders
MSD Merck Sharp & Dohme AG: Swissmedic authorisations
MSD Merck Sharp & Dohme AG is registered with Swissmedic as the authorisation holder of 40 medicines. The most common category is Synthetic medicines. The list below shows every authorisation with its number and dispensing category.
- Synthetic medicines24
- Vaccines10
- Biotechnological medicines4
- Bacterial and yeast preparations1
- Antidotes1
All medicines from MSD Merck Sharp & Dohme AG
Frequently asked questions
How many medicines does MSD Merck Sharp & Dohme AG have authorised in Switzerland?
40 medicines, data as of 01 September 2026. The count covers human medicine authorisations in the Swissmedic export, not individual pack sizes.
What does an authorisation holder do?
The authorisation holder applies for the authorisation, maintains it, owns the product information, reports adverse reactions to Swissmedic and keeps the product available. Under Art. 10 TPA it must have a registered office in Switzerland.
Can an authorisation be transferred?
Yes. The transfer of an authorisation to a new holder is notified to Swissmedic and carries a fee. Product information, packaging material and pharmacovigilance responsibility transfer with it.
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Sources
Swissmedic data as of 01 September 2026