Are there any restrictions on advertising of alcohol, tobacco, and pharmaceutical products?

Yes, there are restrictions on advertising of alcohol, tobacco and pharmaceutical products in Delaware. According to the Delaware Alcoholic Beverage Control Act, all advertising of alcohol must include a statement that the product contains alcohol, and any advertisement is prohibited if it could be attractive to minors. Furthermore, no advertisement of alcohol is allowed that creates an impression of irresponsibility or that depicts persons in a state of intoxication. The Code of Delaware Regulations also prohibits advertising of tobacco products if it could be considered attractive to minors. Any advertisement containing a product endorsement, a brand name, a logo, or a picture of a tobacco product or a package is considered advertising and falls under the restrictions. Additionally, all tobacco products containing nicotine must carry a warning label. Advertising of pharmaceutical products is regulated by the Delaware Division of Professional Regulation. All ads must provide sufficient information about the product, including the name, strength, dosage form, quantity of the drug, and the price of the drug. Furthermore, any promotional materials that include a comparison of two or more products manufactured by different companies are prohibited. Finally, any advertisement that could influence the medical decisions of a physician, or of a patient, is prohibited.

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