Import unapproved medicine into Papua New Guinea
Importing medicines into Papua New Guinea
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Importim Marasin Bilong Laip Long Papua Niugini
Lo bilong Medicines and Cosmetics Act (1999) bilong Papua Niugini i makim ol rul na regulesen bilong importim marasin. Sapos marasin em i no inapruv o i no stap long Papua Niugini, na em i save helpim laip bilong man o meri, ol i gat sampela rikwaiamen yu mas bihainim.
Rikwaiamen Bilong Importim Marasin
Long bihainim lo, man o meri husat i laik bringim dispela kain marasin i mas:
- Kisim stret dokumen na apruval bilong ol helti otoriti.
- Gat preskripsen bilong dokta we i soim nid bilong marasin.
- Ripotim marasin long ol kastom ofisa taim bilong kamap.
Preskripsen Bilong Dokta
Preskripsen bilong dokta em i bikpela samting long soim olsem marasin em i nid tru bilong sevim laip bilong man o meri. Dispela dokumen i mas kam long dokta we i gat laisens na i save long helti bilong pasindia.
Apruval Bilong Helti Otoriti
Sapos marasin em i no inapruv long Papua Niugini, yu mas kisim apruval bilong National Department of Health. Ol otoriti bai skelim sefuti na gutpela pasin bilong marasin bipo long givim orait.
Ripotim Bilong Kastom
Taim yu kamap long kantri, yu mas tokim ol kastom ofisa long marasin yu bringim. Ol bai lukluk long ol dokumen na mekim sua olgeta samting i stret wantaim lo.
Ol Hevi Bilong No Bihainim Lo
No bihainim ol dispela rikwaiamen inap kamapim hevi olsem:
- Konfiskesen bilong marasin.
- Legal aksen o baim penaltis.
- Marasin i no inap long yu yusim bilong helti bilong yu.
Kontakim Ol Otoriti
Sapos yu gat askim o yu no klia, em i orait long kontakim:
Ol inap givim help na stiaim yu long proses bilong importim marasin.
Konklusen
Importim marasin bilong personal yus i mas bihainim lo bilong Papua Niugini. Bihainim ol rikwaiamen na mekim sua yu gat olgeta dokumen long marasin bilong yu inap kamap gut na helpim yu.
Referencias
- National Department of Health Papua Niugini
- Papua New Guinea Customs Service
- Parliament of Papua Niugini – Lo na Rul
Versión inglesa
Importing Life-Saving Medicine into Papua New Guinea
The Medicines and Cosmetics Act (1999) of Papua New Guinea outlines the laws and regulations for importing medicines. If a medicine is unapproved or unavailable in Papua New Guinea and is essential for saving a person's life, specific requirements must be met.
Requirements for Importing Medicine
To comply with the law, individuals wishing to bring such medicine into the country must:
- Obtain the necessary documentation and approval from health authorities.
- Have a doctor's prescription indicating the need for the medicine.
- Declare the medicine to customs officials upon arrival.
Doctor's Prescription
A prescription from a licensed medical practitioner is crucial to demonstrate that the medicine is essential for the individual's health. This document should come from a doctor familiar with the patient's medical condition.
Approval from Health Authorities
If the medicine is unapproved in Papua New Guinea, approval from the National Department of Health is required. Authorities will assess the safety and efficacy of the medicine before granting permission.
Declaración de aduanas
Upon arrival in the country, individuals must inform customs officers about the medicine they are carrying. Officials will review the documentation to ensure compliance with national laws.
Consecuencias del incumplimiento
Failure to adhere to these requirements can result in:
- Confiscación del medicamento.
- Legal action or penalties.
- Inability to use the medicine for personal health needs.
Contacto con las autoridades
If there are any questions or uncertainties, it's advisable to contact:
They can provide assistance and guidance on the process of importing medicine.
Conclusión
Importing medicine for personal use must align with the laws of Papua New Guinea. By following the requirements and ensuring all documentation is in order, individuals can have their medicine arrive safely and serve their health needs.