Before believing or responding to any advertisement for a medical product, make sure that it has obtained the required approval from the Egyptian Drug Authority (EDA).

Advertisements for pharmaceuticals, medical devices, and cosmetics must obtain the necessary approval from the EDA before being circulated or published. Approved advertisements carry the following statement:

“This material is approved by the Egyptian Drug Authority under No. …”

If you encounter an inappropriate or unapproved advertisement for a medical product, you can report it through the following link:

To view the list of non-compliant advertisements, please visit:

The Egyptian Drug Authority reaffirms that its official website and verified official pages are the sole official sources for viewing lists of advertising violations.