Last Updated on December 31, 2023 by The Health Master
Pharmacy Inspectors
The Karnataka State Pharmacy Council (KSPC) has officially appointed four pharmacy inspectors to oversee pharmacy outlets across the state.
This move, announced on April 17, 2023, aims to ensure compliance with regulations related to pharmacist presence and proper display of registration details.
Pharmacy Inspectors’ Appointment Under Section 26 A and Subsection (2) of Section 46
The appointment of the four pharmacy inspectors is in accordance with Section 26 A of the Pharmacy Act 1948 and clause (2) of subsection 46 of the same act.
These appointments are made on a contract basis for a duration of 11 months.
Meet the Pharmacy Inspectors
The appointed pharmacy inspectors are as follows:
- Vinay TM (KSPC registration number: 32130) from Bengaluru.
- Mallikarjun (KSPC registration number: 50827) from Kalaburgi district.
- Kirti Somashekar Topagi (KSPC registration number: 58154) from Bengaluru.
- Chayadevi B from Bengaluru.
Eligibility and Responsibilities
To qualify for the pharmacy inspector position, candidates must hold a pharmacy degree from a recognized university approved by the Pharmacy Council of India.
Furthermore, KSPC mandates that the inspector must be a registered pharmacist and a domicile of Karnataka.
A minimum of five years of experience in the field of pharmacy is also required, whether in community or hospital settings, regulatory bodies, the pharmaceutical industry, or academia.
Additionally, the candidate should have obtained registration from the Karnataka State Pharmacy Council.
The Role of Pharmacy Inspectors
The pharmacy inspectors’ primary responsibility is to ensure that the right drugs are being dispensed to the right patients.
They will be vigilant in making sure that only qualified and registered pharmacists are involved in the dispensing process.
The inspectors are also tasked with instilling a sense of discipline among pharmacists and maintaining constant surveillance to prevent unethical and illegal practices.
In case of any unlawful actions, the inspectors are empowered to take appropriate action in accordance with the Pharmacy Act.
The violators will be held accountable for their actions as per the provisions of the act.
Importance of Cooperating with Inspectors
According to the Pharmacy Act, deliberately obstructing an inspector in the exercise of their powers is punishable.
The guilty party may face imprisonment for up to six months or a fine of up to Rs. 1,000, or both.
The KSPC emphasizes that all inspectors should be regarded as public servants within the meaning of Section 21 of the Indian Penal Code (45 of 1860).
By appointing these pharmacy inspectors, the Karnataka government aims to enhance the quality of pharmaceutical services and safeguard public health and safety throughout the state.
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