Homeopathic products and practices : assessing the evidence and ensuring consistency in regulating medical claims in the EU / EASAC Secretariat, Deutsche Akademie der Naturforscher Leopoldina, German National Academy of Sciences, EASAC, EASAC Brussels Office, Royal Academies for Science and the Arts of Belgium (RASAB)

Abstract

EASAC, the European Academies’ Science Advisory Council, is publishing this Statement to build on recent work by its member academies to reinforce criticism of the health and scientific claims made for homeopathic products. The analysis and conclusions are based on the excellent science-based assessments already published by authoritative and impartial bodies. The fundamental importance of allowing and supporting consumer choice requires that consumers and patients are supplied with evidence-based, accurate and clear information. It is, therefore, essential to implement a standardised, knowledge-based regulatory framework to cover product efficacy, safety and quality, and accurate advertising practices, across the European Union (EU).