Compassionate Use Programme – South Africa

Section 21 Application FormRegulatory21 days

Description & Eligibility

SAHPRA mechanism for accessing unregistered medicines for patients with serious or life-threatening conditions. Requires detailed motivation from treating physician.

Eligibility Criteria

Patients with serious conditions where registered medicines are inadequate

Legal Reference / Source

Medicines and Related Substances Act 101 of 1965, Section 21

Compassionate Use Programme – South Africa
Approval FormSection 21 Application Form
Timeline21 days
Legal StatusRegulatory
Source Ref.Medicines and Related Substances Act 101 of 1965, Section 21
Countries0 countries
Compliance Check
Legal Review3/21/2026
Global ValidityVerified