Utilization of adequate provision in prescription drug broadcast ads among low- and non-Internet users

Health Mark Q. 2022 Jan-Mar;39(1):4-22. doi: 10.1080/07359683.2021.1989747. Epub 2021 Oct 18.

Abstract

To fulfill a key regulation pertaining to prescription drug broadcast advertising, a common practice is to present the major risks along with "adequate provision" referencing several sources where audiences can obtain the full product labeling. In recent years, questions have arisen about the unique value of the various sources of adequate provision and even whether sponsor webpages alone may sufficiently convey product labeling information. Cognizant of the sizable offline population, the present research investigates questions of access, ability, likelihood, willingness, and preference among a nationally representative sample of low- and non-Internet users who may wish to access the product labeling.

Keywords: Adequate provision; digital divide; direct-to-consumer prescription drug advertising; non-internet users; offline population; risk communication.

MeSH terms

  • Advertising
  • Humans
  • Prescription Drugs*

Substances

  • Prescription Drugs