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In a significant move towards global vaccine quality benchmarks, the Drugs Consultative Committee (DCC) has called upon all Indian states to provide crucial data on vaccine manufacturing and sales. The World Health Organization (WHO) mandates this data for its Global Benchmarking Tool (GBT) assessment, a prerequisite for UN agencies to procure vaccines from Indian manufacturers.
In a significant move aimed at enhancing patient safety and awareness, the Drugs Consultative Committee (DCC) under the Union health ministry has recommended amendments to the regulation mandating Quick Response (QR) codes for the top 300 drug brands. The proposed change includes comprehensive information on all excipients used in the drug formulation.
In a decisive move to tackle quality issues in pharmaceutical excipients, the Drugs Consultative Committee (DCC) of the Union health ministry has recommended stringent measures. The recent meeting, chaired by Drugs Controller General of India (DCGI) Dr Rajeev Singh Raghuvanshi, emphasized the necessity of adhering to the Drugs and Cosmetics Act for the use of only pharma-grade excipients.
In the dynamic landscape of healthcare, medical representatives serve as vital bridges between pharmaceutical companies and healthcare professionals. Dr. Sunil S Chiplunkar, Vice President of Business Development at Group Pharmaceuticals, emphasizes the instrumental role played by these representatives in propelling the industry forward.
In a groundbreaking move towards promoting research and validating pragmatic Ayurveda practices, the Central Council for Research in Ayurveda Sciences (CCRAS), under the Ministry of Ayush, has unveiled the ‘Ayurveda Gyan Naipunya Initiative’ (AGNI). This initiative is designed to bolster Ayurveda practitioners by providing a platform to report innovative practices and experiences in diverse disease conditions.
In a recent revelation by the Central Drugs Standard Control Organisation (CDSCO), nearly 5.5% of drug samples tested in October 2023 have been deemed not of standard quality (NSQ). The affected samples include products from well-known pharmaceutical companies such as Intas Pharmaceuticals, Emcure Pharmaceuticals, RPG Life Sciences, and Karnataka Antibiotics and Pharmaceuticals Ltd (KAPL).
In a significant development, the proposed National Pharmacy Commission Bill 2023 is causing ripples within the pharmaceutical community. Dr. BR Jagashetty, former National Adviser (Drugs Control) to the Union health ministry and former Karnataka State Drugs Controller, sheds light on the potential shift in focus from the profession to education in this groundbreaking legislative change.
In a significant stride towards providing affordable healthcare and empowering pharmacists as micro-entrepreneurs, Generic Aadhar, the largest pharma retail chain store, has celebrated Diwali by adding 111 new franchise outlets to its network. This move aligns with the company’s vision to make high-quality medicines accessible at reasonable prices while creating employment opportunities across the nation.
In a recent development, the Delhi High Court has extended an eight-week deadline to the Central government to formulate a comprehensive policy addressing concerns surrounding the online sale of drugs. Acting Chief Justice Mini Pushkarna emphasized that ample time had passed, with over five years elapsing since the publication of a draft notification. This decision was made during a hearing on a petition filed by Dr. Zaheer Ahmed, the South Chemists and Distributors Association (SCDA), and others, highlighting the government’s inaction on e-pharmacies.
In a significant stride toward bolstering pharmaceutical safety standards, the proposed Revised Schedule M guidelines are set to usher in a comprehensive system for prompt and effective drug recall. Dr. S Eswara Reddy, Joint Drugs Controller at the Central Drugs…
