Crackdown on Illegal Medical Practices by DCA Telangana

The Drugs Control Administration, Telangana (DCA Telangana) has been vigilant in taking action against unqualified persons and unlicensed shops.

The Health Master

January 28, 2024

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DCA Telangana

In an official press release, V.B. Kamalasan Reddy, IPS, the Director General of the Drugs Control Administration, Telangana (DCA Telangana), addresses the recent raids conducted by the agency.

These actions aim to eliminate illegal medical practices and ensure public safety.

This article delves into two specific raids conducted by the authorities, shedding light on the illegal sale of medicines without proper licensing.

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Seizure at Falaknuma, Hyderabad

K. Achutha Reddy, operating a medical shop illegally at Jangammet, Falaknuma, was caught red-handed during a raid by DCA Telangana officials.

The unlicensed shop was stocking 40 varieties of medicines, including antibiotics, anti-diabetic drugs, anti-fungal drugs, anti-hypertensive drugs, pain killers, and anti-ulcer drugs.

The raid, carried out on 28th and 29th January, 2024, resulted in the seizure of medicines worth Rs. 1.20 lakhs.

Raiding team

Following are the team members among the officers who carried out the raid:

T. Rajamouli, Assistant Director, Hyderabad,
B. Lakshmi, Drugs Inspector, Charminar,
G. Anil, Drugs Inspector, Malakpet,
K. Anvesh, Drugs Inspector, Mehdipatnam.

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Seizure at Kothapet Village, Medak District

Another significant raid targeted a quack, D. Srinivas, running a clinic at Kothapet Village, Shivampet Mandal, Medak District.

Claiming to be a ‘Rural Medical Practitioner,’ Srinivas was found with 41 varieties of medicines, including antibiotics, steroids, analgesics, anti-ulcer drugs, and antihypertensives.

The raid, conducted on 27th January, 2024, led to the seizure of medicines worth Rs. 70,000/-.

Raiding team

Following are the team members who carried out the raid:

Dr. J. Raju, Assistant Director, Siddipet,
Raja Reddy, Drugs Inspector, Medak.

Role of DCA

The Drugs Control Administration, Telangana (DCA Telangana) has been vigilant in taking action against unqualified persons and unlicensed shops.

Wholesalers and dealers supplying medicines to such entities without valid licenses are also held accountable under the Drugs and Cosmetics Act.

The consequences for stocking drugs without a license can result in imprisonment for up to five years.

Importance of Drug Licenses

Obtaining drug licenses from DCA is a crucial step for entities involved in stocking and selling medicines.

Any deviation from this process is punishable under the Drugs and Cosmetics Act.

The administration conducts surprise checks to ensure compliance and takes stringent actions against violators.

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FAQs

What are the penalties for stocking drugs without a license?
- Violators can face imprisonment for up to five years under the Drugs and Cosmetics Act.
How can the public identify licensed medical shops?
- Licensed medical shops prominently display their drug licenses, which can be verified with the Drugs Control Administration.
What measures are in place to prevent the emergence of Antimicrobial Resistance?
- The administration conducts regular checks to curb indiscriminate sale of antibiotics, especially by unqualified practitioners.
How often does Drugs Control Administration conduct surprise checks?
- Surprise checks are intensified, but the frequency is not disclosed to maintain the element of surprise.
What role do wholesalers/dealers play in ensuring compliance with drug licenses?
- Wholesalers and dealers are obligated to ensure that recipients hold valid drug licenses before supplying medicines.