Avodart
Avodart is a medicine authorised by Swissmedic under authorisation number 56106. The authorisation holder is GlaxoSmithKline AG. The medicinal product code is Synthetic medicines and the dispensing category is B: Supplied only against a prescription which, at the prescriber's discretion, may be dispensed repeatedly. First authorisation was granted on 13 January 2003 and the authorisation is valid without a time limit. ATC code G04CB02 places the medicine in the group Urologicals.
| Authorisation number | 56106 |
|---|---|
| Name | Avodart |
| Full name | Avodart, Weichkapseln |
| Authorisation holder | GlaxoSmithKline AG |
| Medicinal product code | Synthetic medicines |
| Dispensing category | B · Prescription only |
| ATC code | G04CB02 |
| First authorisation | 13 January 2003 |
| Authorisation validity | unlimited |
| No. | Name | Dispensing category | Authorisation date |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Avodart, Weichkapseln | B | 13 January 2003 |
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| Pack code | Quantity | Unit | ATC | IT code | Dispensing category |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 30 | Kapsel(n) | G04CB02 | 05.99.0. | B |
| 3 | 90 | Kapsel(n) | G04CB02 | 05.99.0. | B |
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Frequently asked questions
Is Avodart authorised in Switzerland?
Yes. Avodart is authorised by Swissmedic under authorisation number 56106, data as of 01 September 2026. The authorisation is valid without a time limit.
Which dispensing category does Avodart have?
Avodart is in dispensing category B. Supplied only against a prescription which, at the prescriber's discretion, may be dispensed repeatedly.
Who is the authorisation holder of Avodart?
The authorisation holder is GlaxoSmithKline AG. The holder carries the legal responsibility for quality, safety and product information of the medicine in Switzerland.
Sources
Swissmedic data as of 01 September 2026. No medical advice. Independent directory, not affiliated with Swissmedic or the FOPH.