Update to Healthcare and Medicines Policy (June 2025)
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In June 2025, Google Ads will update the Unapproved Substances section of the Healthcare and Medicines policy. The update will remove a prohibition on promotion of melatonin products outside of the United States and Canada.
Following the policy change, advertisers may promote melatonin products in accordance with local laws and regulations.
Violations of this policy will not lead to immediate account suspension without prior warning. A warning will be issued at least 7 days prior to any suspension of your account.
(Posted on May 27, 2025)