Last Updated on October 15, 2024 by The Health Master
Medical Stores
In a concerted effort to curb the illegal sale of medicines in Telangana, the Telangana Drug Control Administration (Telangana DCA) has intensified its crackdown on unlicensed medical Stores and counterfeit drug manufacturers.
Recent raids conducted across the state have led to the closure of multiple unauthorized establishments and the seizure of substantial quantities of illicit drugs.
Illegal Medical Store in Hyderabad
The crackdown began with a raid on an unlicensed medical store in Nagulbanda, Hyderabad.
The medical store, operated by Mohammad Ayub Pasha, was found to be selling a wide range of medicines without obtaining the necessary license from the DCA.
The authorities seized stocks of 23 different drug varieties, including antibiotics, antihistamines, analgesics, and antipyretics, with a total estimated value of Rs. 32,000.
Warning to Drug Traders
Following this incident, the DCA’s Director General, VB Kamalasan Reddy, issued a stern warning to drug traders, reiterating the importance of adhering to the provisions of the Drugs and Cosmetics Act.
He emphasized that drug licenses are mandatory for stocking and selling medicines and that strict action would be taken against those who violate the regulations.
Raids on Quack Clinics and Counterfeit Drug Manufacturers
In addition to targeting unlicensed medical Stores, the DCA has also focused on cracking down on quack clinics and counterfeit drug manufacturers.
In Jangaon district, a raid on a clinic operated by a quack led to the seizure of 34 varieties of medicines, including antibiotics and steroids, worth Rs. 20,000.
In another raid, drug inspectors in Bhupalpally detected counterfeit Ferrorus-XT tablets, which were falsely labeled as food products.
These tablets, manufactured by Kencure Pharmaceuticals and marketed by Syrus Pharma, were found to be classified as drugs under the Drugs and Cosmetics Act.
Counterfeit Pedi Zinc Syrup
In Asifabad district, the DCA officials uncovered another instance of counterfeit drugs being sold under the guise of food products.
Pedi Zinc Syrup, manufactured by Micro Nutritions, was found to be falsely labeled as a food product/nutraceutical.
The product was actually a drug and required a drug license for manufacturing and distribution.
In conclusion, the Telangana Drug Control Administration‘s ongoing crackdown on unlicensed medical Stores and counterfeit drug manufacturers is a crucial step in protecting public health.
By enforcing the Drugs and Cosmetics Act and taking stringent action against violators, the DCA is ensuring that only genuine and safe medicines are available to the people of the state.
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