Disclaimer

1. The purpose of this search engine is to allow consumers to ascertain whether a pharmaceutical product containing paracetamol has been registered with the Hong Kong Department of Health, and to provide information relating to such pharmaceutical products (if available). Material information (including categories, product names (English), registration numbers and ingredients) contained in the search engine’s database is obtained from the Department of Health, whereas product names (Chinese)(if applicable) and photographs are provided by members of The Hong Kong Association of the Pharmaceutical Industry. The aforesaid information has not been independently verified by the Consumer Council, is of a general nature and for indicative purpose only, is not necessarily comprehensive, complete, accurate or up to date, and is not intended to constitute professional advice (legal or otherwise). Such information should not be treated as substitute for your own detailed research or professional advice as to the technical specifications, performance and/or suitability of a product for your specific circumstances. The Consumer Council does not endorse any pharmaceutical product, manufacturer or supplier whatsoever.
2. Whilst every effort is made to maintain the search engine and update the Consumer Council’s database regularly, no warranty is given as to the availability, timeliness, accuracy or completeness thereof. The Consumer Council assumes no liability or responsibility whatsoever with regard to your access to or use of the search engine and the information obtainable through the search engine or on this page, and/or any loss or damage arising therefrom.
3. Under the Pharmacy and Poisons Ordinance (Cap 138), pharmaceutical products classified as Part 2 Poisons can be purchased only from a pharmacy (Authorized Seller of Poisons) or a medicine store (Listed Seller of Poisons). Should consumers wish to acquire more detailed information, please refer to the official website of the Department of Health and the List of Registered Pharmaceutical Products.
4. Any linked reference on this page to any external resource or website is to enhance the information available to consumers and does not constitute the Consumer Council’s endorsement of such resources and websites, their content and owners. The Consumer Council has no control over and does not assume any liability or responsibility whatsoever for any such external resource and website and their content, and/or any loss or damage arising from use thereof.
5. This Disclaimer has been translated into Chinese. If there is any inconsistency or ambiguity between the English and Chinese versions, the English version shall prevail.