NO: HPCSA email warns South African healthcare professionals against the incorrect use of social media. In South Africa, Schedule 2, 3 4, 5 and 6 Medicine cannot be advertised to the general public. NO advertising by Trade Name is allowed. Prescription-only medicine should only be used under the supervision of a licensed healthcare professional – as such they cannot be advertised on social media.
Reference: HPCSA Ethical Guidelines & Medicines and Related Substances Act Item 5.2 For Scheduled Medicines