1. Naming prescription drugs in promotional copy
Botulinum toxin (sold as Botox, Dysport, Xeomin), hyaluronic-acid dermal fillers (Juvederm, Restylane), and bimatoprost (Latisse) are prescription drugs in Canada. Section 3 of the Food and Drugs Act read with Schedule A restricts how prescription products can be advertised to the general public. Health Canada's guidance on the distinction between advertising and other activities sets out when a website description crosses from information into advertising. The cleanest Mississauga med spa pages we audited describe the procedure, the consultation, the provider, and the conditions under which it may be appropriate; the weakest lead with "Botox in Port Credit from $X" and a call-to-book.
