LMVO, the Luxembourg Medicines Verification Organisation, is the national governing body for serialization in Luxembourg. Their primary goal is to enhance patient safety by preventing the presence of counterfeit medicines in the distribution chain. As a non-profit organization, LMVO represents various stakeholders involved in securing the legal supply chain of medicines in Luxembourg.

They are responsible for implementing and managing the medicine verification system in the country. LMVO works closely with BeMVO, the National Medicines Verification Organization of Belgium, and collaborates through a shared directory and database called the National Medicines Verification System (NMVS). Together with other European organizations, LMVO aligns its efforts with the European Medicines Verification Organization (EMVO), which oversees serialization at the member states' level.

LMVO ensures compliance with the European Falsified Medicines Directive (FMD), national and international legislations, and the organization's statutes. They collaborate with manufacturers, wholesalers, and pharmacists to introduce the European medicine verification system in Luxembourg. Through the serialization process, each medicine box is marked with a unique identifier in the form of a Datamatrix, containing its serial number, expiry date, and product code (GTIN).

This information is stored in a central database, and during dispensation, the code is scanned to verify its authenticity and prevent the distribution of falsified medicines. LMVO's role also involves coordinating with manufacturers, wholesalers, and pharmacies to ensure the successful implementation of the verification system. They act as the point of contact for authorities and participants in the medicine distribution chain.

By overseeing the introduction of the European medicine verification system in Luxembourg, LMVO plays a crucial role in safeguarding patient health and combating counterfeit medicines. For more information about LMVO and their contributions to the implementation of the Directive FMD in Luxembourg, visit their website or contact them directly