[Negative lists and positive lists--health policy aspects]

Negative- and positive lists are instruments of quality-management in healthcare. They help to guarantee a rational and economic therapy of pharmacology. The 'voluntary positive-list' formulates a professional and scientific valid standard for every physician. At the same time it motivates for a permanent discussion between colleagues about wise use of remedy. The risks and side-effects of the medical market are uncontrollable without such transparent media and help for decision.