Production of medicinal products without permission 
In certain cases, physicians, dentists and non-medical practitioners may manufacture medicinal products without a license, i.e. without having a manufacturing authorization. There are certain regulations for this, and the competent authority must be notified before the activity is commenced.
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Basic information
Anyone who intends to manufacture medicinal products generally requires a manufacturing license in accordance with Section 13 (1) of the German Medicines Act (AMG). For physicians, dentists and non-medical practitioners, the law describes an exception under certain conditions under § 13 para. 2b or § 20d.
Anyone wishing to make use of this exemption must notify the competent authority in accordance with Section 67 (1) and (2) AMG.
Requirements
You have a license as a (dental) physician or a license as a non-medical practitioner and the production of the medicinal product takes place
- under your direct professional responsibility and
- for the purpose of personal use by you on a specific patient.
The notification to the competent authority must be made before the start of the activity.
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Procedure
After you have completed the online form, the competent authority will be informed about the notification. The authority checks the notification and contacts you with queries in the event of ambiguities or discrepancies. You will receive a notification from the competent authority that the notification has been received.
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Competent Department
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Online Services
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Production of medicinal products without permission
Anyone who intends to manufacture medicinal products generally requires a manufacturing authorization in accordance with Section 13 (1) of the German Medicines Act (AMG). You can submit your notification via this online service.
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Fees / Costs
gebührenfrei
For more complex tests and monitoring measures, costs may be incurred in accordance with the Bremen Health Costs Ordinance. -
Deadlines & processing time
How long does it take to process
3 weeks
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The official information in German is complete and correct. 22.07.2025