The 2016/17 edition of the Distribution and Marketing of Drugs Global Guide, covering issues related to the marketing of drugs across 28 different jurisdictions, has been published by Practical Law. The Thailand chapter of the guide was authored by Alan Adcock, Siraprapha Rungpry, and Atthachai Homhuan from the Tilleke & Gibbins intellectual property team in Bangkok. The chapter covers issues surrounding:

• Authorization for distribution
• Licensing structures
• Categories of drugs
• Marketing and promotion activities to both consumers and professionals
• Discounts, samples, and sponsorships
• The regulatory regime under the Thai Food and Drug Administration under the Ministry of Public Health

The Distribution and Marketing of Drugs Global Guide  is published by Practical Law Company, which is owned by Thomson Reuters.