Effigel
Effigel is a medicine authorised by Swissmedic under authorisation number 55429. The authorisation holder is IBSA Institut Biochimique SA. The medicinal product code is Synthetic medicines and the dispensing category is D: Supplied in pharmacies and drugstores after specialist advice, without a prescription. First authorisation was granted on 08 March 2002 and the authorisation is valid without a time limit. ATC code M02AA15 places the medicine in the group Topical products for joint and muscular pain.
| Authorisation number | 55429 |
|---|---|
| Name | Effigel |
| Full name | Effigel, gel |
| Authorisation holder | IBSA Institut Biochimique SA |
| Medicinal product code | Synthetic medicines |
| Dispensing category | D · No prescription, with advice |
| ATC code | M02AA15 |
| First authorisation | 08 March 2002 |
| Authorisation validity | unlimited |
| No. | Name | Dispensing category | Authorisation date |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Effigel, gel | D | 08 March 2002 |
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| Pack code | Quantity | Unit | ATC | IT code | Dispensing category |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2 | 60 | g | M02AA15 | 07.10.4. | D |
| 4 | 100 | g | M02AA15 | 07.10.4. | D |
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Frequently asked questions
Is Effigel authorised in Switzerland?
Yes. Effigel is authorised by Swissmedic under authorisation number 55429, data as of 01 September 2026. The authorisation is valid without a time limit.
Which dispensing category does Effigel have?
Effigel is in dispensing category D. Supplied in pharmacies and drugstores after specialist advice, without a prescription.
Who is the authorisation holder of Effigel?
The authorisation holder is IBSA Institut Biochimique SA. 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.