Last Updated on September 7, 2024 by The Health Master
Telangana DCA
The Telangana Drugs Control Administration (Telangana DCA) in Secunderabad conducted a successful raid on a retail outlet in Hyderabad’s Tarnaka area, uncovering a significant stockpile of illegally stocked physician’s samples and expired drugs.
This illegal activity poses a serious health risk to the public as these medications may be ineffective or even harmful.
Seizure of Illegal Drugs
During the raid, Telangana DCA officials seized a substantial quantity of illegal drugs, including:
- Nine varieties of physician’s samples
- Six varieties of expired drugs
- One institutional supply drug
The total estimated value of the seized drugs is Rs. 55,000.
Understanding Physician’s Samples
Physician’s samples are manufactured by pharmaceutical companies for distribution to doctors.
These samples are intended to be given to patients as free samples and are not meant for sale. Selling physician’s samples is a violation of the Drugs and Cosmetics Act.
Telangana DCA’s Commitment to Combating Illegal Drug Trade
The Telangana DCA has been actively involved in combating the illegal sale of medicines, including physician’s samples and expired drugs.
The agency has demonstrated a strong commitment to protecting public health and ensuring that only safe and effective medications are available in the market.
Legal Consequences of Illegal Drug Trade
Stocking physician’s samples and expired drugs for sale is a serious offense under the Drugs and Cosmetics Act.
Violators can face imprisonment for up to two years.
The DCA will take stringent legal action against individuals involved in such illegal activities.
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