Last Updated on July 27, 2024 by The Health Master
Telangana DCA
The Telangana Drugs Control Administration (TDCA), in a swift and decisive action, has unearthed two major violations in the pharmaceutical sector regarding illegally stocked and overpriced medicines.
Let’s delve deeper into these important developments.
Illegal Sale of Cardiac Stimulants to Bodybuilders:
Unethical Practice Exposed:
In a joint raid on July 10th, 2024, the Telangana DCA, along with the Commissioner’s Task Force and Market Police Station staff, seized a significant quantity of Termin Injections (Mephentermine Sulphate Injection) from MD. Khasim in Secunderabad.
Misuse of Prescription Drugs:
These medicines, meant to treat low blood pressure during surgery, was being illegally sold to gym-goers for bodybuilding purposes.
This misuse can lead to serious health risks, including psychosis and cardiovascular complications.
Importance of Regulations:
The illegal stocking and distribution of prescription drugs like Mephentermine Sulphate Injection is a punishable offense under the Drugs and Cosmetics Act, attracting imprisonment of up to five years.
Overpriced Antifungal Medicines Seized:
Protecting Consumers:
In a separate incident, the Telangana DCA seized stocks of ‘CANDIFACE-200 Capsules‘ (Itraconazole Capsules 200 mg) in Nagole Village due to excessive pricing.
Price Control Measures:
Itraconazole falls under the Drugs (Prices Control) Order, 2013, mandating a “ceiling price” set by the National Pharmaceutical Pricing Authority (NPPA).
Violation Exposed:
The MRP of ‘CANDIFACE-200 Capsules‘ was Rs. 275/- for 10 capsules, exceeding the permissible limit of Rs. 24.77/- per capsule (including GST).
This translates to an overcharge of Rs. 27.30 per 10 capsules.
Taking Action and Ensuring Accountability:
Officials Involved:
For the Mephentermine case:
- B Govind Singh (Drugs Inspector, Secunderabad),
- G. Anil (Drugs Inspector, Malakpet).
For the Itraconazole case:
- Dr B. Lakshmi Narayana (Drugs Inspector, Uppal),
- B Praveen (Drugs Inspector, Shameerpet)
Future Course of Action:
The authorities will continue their investigations and take necessary legal actions against all those involved in these violations.
These raids by the Telangana DCA highlight the importance of robust regulatory measures in the pharmaceutical sector.
They not only safeguard consumer rights by ensuring access to affordable medicines but also prevent the misuse of prescription drugs that can pose serious health risks.
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