In order to comply with the NfG on Evaluation of Medicinal Products Indicated for Treatment of Bacterial Infections (CPMP/ EWP/ 558/ 95 rev.1), the applicant accepted that proposed SPC should be updated in due time to include EUCAST breakpoints.

When Pelzont is co-administered with a statin, please refer to the Summary of Product Characteristics for that particular medicinal product.

When Trevaclyn is co-administered with a statin, please refer to the Summary of Product Characteristics for that particular medicinal product.

The scope of the procedure were the necessary measures to achieve an harmonised Summary of Product Characteristics (SPC), and the harmonisation of module 3 of the dossier, for which the Marketing Authorisation Holder proposed to replace all existing formulas with a single formula in two strengths, and to optimize the manufacturing process for this formula.

When Tredaptive is co-administered with a statin, please refer to the Summary of Product Characteristics for that particular medicinal product.

Whereas, The scope of the referral was to agree on a harmonised dosing schedule for triple therapy for eradication therapy for H. pylori The Summary of Products Characteristic, labelling and package leaflet proposed by the applicant has been assessed based on the documentation submitted and the scientific discussion within the Committee. the CHMP has recommended the granting of the Marketing Authorisations for which the Summary of Product Characteristics, labelling and package leaflet are set out in Annex III for Lansoprazol AbZ- Pharma and associated names (see Annex I).

The scope of the referral was to discuss the benefit/ risk of glucosamine hydrochloride in the proposed indication The Summary of Products Characteristic, labelling and package leaflet proposed by the applicant has been assessed based on the documentation submitted and the scientific discussion within the Committee.

The MAH shall agree the details of an educational programme with the National Competent Authorities and must implement such programme nationally to ensure that, prior to prescribing, all physicians are provided with a healthcare professional information pack containing the following: • Educational material • Summary of Product Characteristics (SPC) and Package Leaflet and Labelling

Within 90 days of the receipt of the assessment report, the Member State concerned shall either recognize the decision of the first Member State and the summary of the product characteristics as approved by it or, if it considers that there are grounds for supposing that the authorization of the medicinal product concerned may present a risk to public health, it shall apply the procedures set out in Articles 29 to 34.

the CHMP has recommended the granting of the Marketing Authorisations for which the Summary of Product Characteristics, labelling and package leaflet remain as per the final versions achieved during the Coordination Group procedure as mentioned in Annex III for Bleomycin Pharmachemie and associated names (see Annex I).

The scope of the referral was to discuss the benefit/ risk of the different dosage recommendations for newborns, especially regarding the differentiation of newborns up to 14 days of age and from 15 up to 27 days of age and regarding the use of dose in excess of 50 mg/ kg/ day The Summary of Products Characteristic, labelling and package leaflet proposed by the applicant has been assessed based on the documentation submitted and the scientific discussion within the Committee. the CHMP has recommended by majority the granting of the Marketing Authorisations for which the Summary of Product Characteristics, labelling and package leaflet are set out in Annex III for Ceftriaxone Tyrol Pharma and associated names (see Annex I).

The treatment guide for physicians should contain the following key elements: • The Summary of Product Characteristics • Need for periodic blood counts and dose adjustment • Need for contraception • Risk to male and female fertility, potential risk to foetus and breast feeding • Growth follow-up of treated children • Handling of broken tablets • Management of adverse drug reactions

Lastly, the proposed SPC for Xeomin does not claim a potentially lower risk of development of antibodies with the product: “ It has not been investigated whether secondary non-response due to the development of antibodies is less frequent under Xeomin therapy than under treatment with conventional preparations containing the Botulinum neurotoxin type A complex.

Interferon alfa-2b 3 MIU/ m2 is administered subcutaneously 3 times a week (every other day) in combination with ribavirin capsules or oral solution administered orally in two divided doses daily with food (morning and evening).

For cisplatin and 5-fluorouracil dose adjustments, see the corresponding summary of product characteristics.

Please also refer to the Summaries of Product Characteristics of the other antiretroviral medicinal products used in the combination regimen.

The MAH shall ensure that prior to launch, all doctors who intend to prescribe Tasigna, and all pharmacists who may dispense Tasigna, are provided with a healthcare professional information pack containing the following: • Educational brochure • Summary of Product Characteristics (SPC) and Package Leaflet and Labelling

The BPWP noted that a guideline would not be helpful for currently ongoing applications but that a combined Guideline on the data expected to support applications for specific immunoglobulins against hepatitis B, varicella, tetanus, tick-borne encephalitis and rabies, for which there is currently only a core SPC.

The Summary of Product Characteristics for ritonavir must be consulted before initiation of therapy with REYATAZ and ritonavir.

All differences were accordingly justified and the proposed wording in the SPC is acceptable.

1- The therapeutic indication to be extended to non-cancer patients suffering of severe chronic pain 2- The choice of conversion tables(s) to be included in the SPC 3- Whether breast-feeding and co-administration with partial agonist opioids should be contra- indicated 4- The bioequivalence studies needed to demonstrate the equivalence with the reference product

During their April 2008 meeting, the CHMP, in the light of the overall data submitted and the scientific discussion within the Committee, was of the opinion that the objections that triggered the Article 29 Referral should not prevent the granting of a Marketing Authorisation for Oracea and that the Summary of Product Characteristics, labelling and package leaflet of the Reference Member State should be amended.

In addition, the absence of routine testing opportunities of the CD4 cell count in many countries and due to the fact that for adults the recommended CD4 cell count thresholds for the indication to vaccinate varies and may differ significantly when vaccinating infants and children, the proposal to focus on the distinction of symptomatic and asymptomatic HIV-infection is implemented in the SPC.

Please refer also to the ribavirin Summary of Product Characteristics (SPC) when Pegasys is to be used in combination with ribavirin.

The MAH proposed to add indication-specific foot-notes, but the CHMP considered that the proposed extensive use of footnotes has little value for the prescriber and ADRs have been moved to the frequency category representing the highest frequency (see attached SPC and PIL).

During their March 2008 meeting, the CHMP, in the light of the overall data submitted and the scientific discussion within the Committee, was of the opinion that the benefit/ risk ratio is favourable for Alvesco and associated names, that the objections raised by France should not prevent the granting of a Marketing Authorisation and that the Summary of Product Characteristics, labelling and package leaflet of the Reference Member State should be amended.

Patients were randomised to receive Tarceva or placebo once daily on a continuous schedule plus gemcitabine IV (1000 mg/m2, Cycle 1 - Days 1, 8, 15, 22, 29, 36 and 43 of an 8 week cycle; Cycle 2 and subsequent cycles - Days 1, 8 and 15 of a 4 week cycle [approved dose and schedule for pancreatic cancer, see the gemcitabine SPC]).

• Product information (Summary of Product Characteristics (SPC) and Package Leaflet) • Healthcare professional information regarding Volibris • Pre-prescription checklist for physicians • Information about the post marketing surveillance study • Information booklets for patients • Information booklets for male partners of female patients with child-bearing potential • Patient reminder cards �� Pregnancy reporting forms • Adverse drug reaction reporting forms

Risks associated with increased doses of chemotherapy Special caution should be used when treating patients with high dose chemotherapy because improved tumour outcome has not been demonstrated and intensified doses of chemotherapeutic agents may lead to increased toxicities including cardiac, pulmonary, neurologic and dermatologic effects (please refer to the Summary of Product Characteristics of the specific chemotherapy agents used).

When CRIXIVAN is used with ritonavir, consult the Summary of Product Characteristics of ritonavir for additional contraindications.

During their January 2007 meeting, the CHMP, in the light of the overall data submitted and the scientific discussion within the Committee, was of the opinion that the benefit/ risk ratio is favourable for Ciprofloxacin Hikma and associated names, that the objections raised should not prevent the granting of a Marketing Authorisation and that the Summary of Product Characteristics, labelling and package leaflet of the Reference Member State should be amended.

In addition, it was considered that the applicant should include in the Summary of Product Characteristics (point 5.1) the organisms listed in the breakpoints and susceptibility table relevant to the indications, as per the Note for Guidance on Evaluation of medicinal products indicated for treatment of bacterial infections (CPMP/ EWP/ 558/ 95 rev.1).

For accidental administration of the pure radiopharmaceutical precursor product yttrium-90, refer to the product information of yttrium-90.

An overall summary of the scientific evaluation is provided in Annex II together with the harmonised summary of product characteristics in Annex III.

During their July 2007 meeting, the CHMP, in the light of the overall data submitted and the scientific discussion within the Committee, was of the opinion that the benefit/ risk ratio is favourable for Fentanyl- ratiopharm 25/ 50/ 75/ 100 µg/ h TTS and associated names, that the objections raised by France should not prevent the granting of a Marketing Authorisation and that the Summary of Product Characteristics, labelling and package leaflet of the Reference Member State should be amended.

Part I Summary of the dossier, including the Summary of Product Characteristics, the expert reports and the quantitative and qualitative composition of the product; b.

During their November 2007 meeting, the CHMP, in the light of the overall data submitted and the scientific discussion within the Committee, was of the opinion that the benefit/ risk ratio is favourable for Menitorix, that the objections raised by Greece, Poland and Spain should not prevent the granting of a Marketing Authorisation and that the Summary of Product Characteristics, labelling and package leaflet of the Reference Member State should be amended.

During their 13-16 November 2006 meeting, the CHMP, in the light of the overall data submitted and the scientific discussion within the Committee, was of the opinion that the benefit/ risk ratio is favourable for Ciprofloxacin Nycomed and associated names, that the objections raised by Norway and Sweden should not prevent the granting of a Marketing Authorisation and that the Summary of Product Characteristics, labelling and package leaflet of the Reference Member State should be amended.

During their September 2007 meeting, the CHMP, in the light of the overall data submitted and the scientific discussion within the Committee, was of the opinion that the benefit/ risk ratio is favourable for Bicaluplex and associated names, that the objections raised by Germany should not prevent the granting of a Marketing Authorisation and that the Summary of Product Characteristics, labelling and package leaflet of the Reference Member State should be amended.

During their July 2007 meeting, the CHMP, in the light of the overall data submitted and the scientific discussion within the Committee, was of the opinion that the benefit/ risk ratio is favourable for Fentanyl- ratiopharm 25/ 50/ 75/ 100 µg/ h Matrixpflaster and associated names, that the objections raised by France should not prevent the granting of a Marketing Authorisation and that the Summary of Product Characteristics, labelling and package leaflet of the Reference Member State should be amended.

Whilst the vaccine is unlikely to affect male fertility, a warning has nevertheless been included in the SPC.

During their June 2008 meeting, the CHMP, in the light of the overall data submitted and the scientific discussion within the Committee, was of the opinion that the benefit/ risk ratio is favourable for Activelle and associated names, that the objections raised by France and Germany should not prevent the granting of a Marketing Authorisation and that the Summary of Product Characteristics, labelling and package leaflet of the Reference Member State should be amended.

During the June 2006 meeting, the CHMP, in the light of the overall data submitted and the scientific discussion within the Committee, was of the opinion that the benefit/ risk ratio is favourable for Cardoreg 4 mg prolonged release tablets and associated names, that the objections raised should not prevent the granting of a Marketing Authorisation and that the Summary of Product Characteristics, labelling and package leaflet of the Reference Member State should be amended.

During the June 2006 meeting, the CHMP, in the light of the overall data submitted and the scientific discussion within the Committee, was of the opinion that the benefit/ risk ratio is favourable for Doxastad 4 mg prolonged release tablets and associated names, that the objections raised should not prevent the granting of a Marketing Authorisation and that the Summary of Product Characteristics, labelling and package leaflet of the Reference Member State should be amended.

During the June 2006 meeting, the CHMP, in the light of the overall data submitted and the scientific discussion within the Committee, was of the opinion that the benefit/ risk ratio is favourable for Doxagamma 4 mg prolonged release tablets and associated names, that the objections raised should not prevent the granting of a Marketing Authorisation and that the Summary of Product Characteristics, labelling and package leaflet of the Reference Member State should be amended.

During their 16-19 July 2007 meeting, the CHMP, in the light of the overall data submitted and the scientific discussion within the Committee, was of the opinion that the benefit/ risk ratio is favourable for Xeomin, that the objections raised by Finland, France and Italy, should not prevent the granting of a Marketing Authorisation and that the Summary of Product Characteristics, labelling and package leaflet of the Reference Member State should be amended.

During their May 2007 meeting, the CHMP, in the light of the overall data submitted and the scientific discussion within the Committee, was of the opinion that the benefit/ risk ratio is favourable for Vantas, that the objections raised by Germany, Spain, Ireland, Italy and the United Kingdom should not prevent the granting of a Marketing Authorisation and that the Summary of Product Characteristics, labelling and package leaflet of the Reference Member State should be amended.

During the January 2006 meeting, the CHMP, in the light of the overall data submitted and the scientific discussion within the Committee, was of the opinion that the benefit/ risk ratio is favourable for Nifedipine Pharmamatch retard 30 and 60 mg tablets, that the objections raised by United Kingdom should not prevent the granting of a Marketing Authorisation and that the Summary of Product Characteristics, labelling and package leaflet of the Reference Member State should be amended.

However, the CHMP, requested to summarize all indications in one table, according to the ` Guideline of SPC `.

During the June 2006 meeting, the CHMP, in the light of the overall data submitted and the scientific discussion within the Committee, was of the opinion that the benefit/ risk ratio is favourable for Doxazosin “ Winthrop” 4 mg prolonged release tablets and associated names, that the objections raised should not prevent the granting of a Marketing Authorisation and that the Summary of Product Characteristics, labelling and package leaflet of the Reference Member State should be amended.