Last Updated on September 9, 2024 by The Health Master
DCA Telangana
In a relentless effort to safeguard public health, the drug control administration Telangana (DCA Telangana) continues its crackdown on pharmaceutical malpractices.
Despite the stringent measures implemented by the department, unscrupulous traders persist in their illegal activities, posing a serious threat to the genuine businesses and the well-being of consumers.
Raids on Unauthorized Medicine Practitioners
In recent raids conducted on August 29 and 30, the DCA Telangana officials uncovered two instances of unauthorized medicine practitioners (quacks) operating without drug licenses.
These individuals were illegally selling higher generation antibiotics to unsuspecting patients, putting their health at risk.
The officials seized substantial quantities of medicines, including antibiotics, valued at approximately Rs 1.25 lakh.
Circular Issued to Wholesalers
Following these raids, the director general of the DCA Telangana, VB Kamalasan Reddy, issued a circular to wholesalers urging them to refrain from supplying medicines to unlicensed entities.
He emphasized the importance of verifying that the recipients possess valid drug licenses from the department.
He also highlighted that stocking drugs for sale without a drug license and supplying drugs to unlicensed individuals is punishable under the Drug Act, with potential imprisonment of up to five years.
Detection of Overpriced and Falsely Manufactured Drugs
During the raids, the officials also detected two overpriced medicines, Q-BACT 5gm ointment and Itravent-100 capsules, which were being sold above the price control limits set by the National Pharmaceutical Pricing Authority (NPPA).
Additionally, the department uncovered several instances of drugs falsely manufactured and sold under the guise of food products/nutraceuticals.
These products, including Thiaplex-100 capsules, Reifer-XT tablets, and Numine-100 tablets, were falsely labeled as food products but were actually classified as drugs under the Drugs and Cosmetics Act, 1940.
The Dangers of Falsely Manufactured Drugs
The DG emphasized the serious risks posed by drugs that are falsely manufactured and sold under a food license.
These products often fail to adhere to good manufacturing practices (GMPs) and may not meet the quality standards prescribed in the Indian Pharmacopoeia (IP).
As a result, they can have detrimental effects on patients’ health.
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