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Novo Nordisk Set To Launch Weight-Loss Drug Wegovy In India Soon
Danish pharma giant Novo Nordisk is gearing up to launch its much-anticipated anti-diabetes and weight-loss injection Wegovy (semaglutide) in India.
Apr 7, 2025
Startoon Labs Partners With Medplus To Launch Pheezee Muscle & Joint Health Diagnostics
Hyderabad-based medical device innovator Startoon Labs has signed an MoU with Medplus, a leading pharmacy retail chain, to launch its AI-powered joint and muscle diagnostic tool, Pheezee, at Medplus diagnostic centres.
Apr 7, 2025
Three Arrested in Hyderabad for Illegal Sale of Steroid Injections and Tablets
The Hyderabad Commissioner’s Task Force (South West Zone) in coordination with the Humayun Nagar Police has busted an illegal steroid racket, arresting three individuals involved in the unauthorised sale of steroid injections and tablets.
Apr 7, 2025
West Bengal Prepares Advisory for Pharmacists Amid Rising Fake Drug Threat
In response to a major counterfeit medicine bust in Titagarh, the West Bengal government is preparing to issue a strict advisory to pharmacists across the state.
Apr 7, 2025
Customs Seize 1.5 Lakh Banned Tablets, Arrest Two for Illegal Pharma Exports to UK
In a major crackdown on illegal pharmaceutical exports, Mumbai Customs officials arrested two individuals for allegedly attempting to export banned psychotropic drugs to the United Kingdom
Apr 5, 2025
Medical Store Found Operating Without Licence, ₹15 Lakh Worth Medicines Seized
A medical store in Bulandshahr’s Bugrasi area has been found operating without a valid licence, leading to the seizure of medicines worth ₹15 lakh.
Apr 5, 2025
Operation Garuda’ uncovers violations in 158 pharmacies in Andhra Pradesh
In a wide-ranging operation to crack down on the illicit retail of prescription sedatives, Andhra Pradesh Police's Elite Anti-Narcotic Group for Law Enforcement (EAGLE) has exposed offenses in 158 pharmacies in the state.
Apr 5, 2025
Centre notifies new export norms for Doxycycline 100 mg dispersible tablets
The Directorate General of Foreign Trade (DGFT) has introduced a new Standard Input Output Norm (SION) for the export of doxycycline 100 mg dispersible tablets, under the Chemical and Allied Products category (Product Code ‘A’).
Apr 30, 2025
Andhra Pradesh Steps Up Crackdown on Banned Drug Sales Across 158 Medical Shops
In a sweeping crackdown on the illegal sale of banned and prescription drugs, the Andhra Pradesh government intensified its ongoing ‘Operation Garuda’—a multi-agency initiative targeting violations across the state’s medical retail landscape.
Apr 3, 2025
Caregivers Urge CJI to Intervene for Affordable Rare Disease Medicines
In a heartfelt appeal, over 220 parents and caregivers of children with rare diseases such as spinal muscular atrophy (SMA) and cystic fibrosis have written to Chief Justice of India Sanjiv Khanna, seeking judicial intervention to ensure access to life-saving drugs at affordable prices.
Apr 3, 2025
Fake Pharmacy Registration Racket Busted in Delhi, Ex-DPC Registrar Among 47 Arrested
The Anti-Corruption Branch (ACB) of the Delhi government has busted a massive fake pharmacy registration scam, arresting 47 individuals including the former registrar and a clerk from the Delhi Pharmacy Council (DPC), exposing deep-rooted irregularities in pharmacy licensure in the Capital.
Apr 3, 2025
India poised to lead South Asia in AI-driven healthcare transformation: BCG report
India is emerging as a regional leader in AI adoption within healthcare, according to a new report by Boston Consulting Group (BCG).
Apr 3, 2025
Rise in Chikungunya Cases Sparks Urgent Need for Accurate Testing Solutions
With chikungunya outbreaks rising across regions, the demand for precise lab-based diagnostic solutions is more critical than ever, according to Dr. Sameer Bhati, Director of Star Imaging and Path Lab Pvt. Ltd.
Apr 3, 2025
Supreme Court Grants Anticipatory Bail, Rules Tapentadol Hydrochloride Not a Scheduled Psychotropic Substance
In a landmark ruling, the Supreme Court has held that Tapentadol Hydrochloride, a pain-relieving medication, is not a scheduled psychotropic substance under the NDPS Act.
Apr 3, 2025
Dr Reddy's to introduce Sanofi’s Novel RSV drug beyfortus in India
Dr Reddy’s Laboratories has expanded its collaboration with Sanofi Healthcare to bring Beyfortus, a novel preventive therapy against respiratory syncytial virus (RSV) disease, to India.
Apr 29, 2025
Excessive cinnamon consumption may reduce effectiveness of medicines
A new study published in Food Chemistry, Molecular Sciences has found that excessive consumption of cinnamon may reduce the effectiveness of prescription medications.
Apr 29, 2025
TN PTA urges DTAB to restrict OTC drug sales to licensed pharmacies only
Tamil Nadu Pharmaceutical Traders Association (TN PTA) strongly appealed to Drugs Technical Advisory Board (DTAB) not to permit the sale of over-the-counter (OTC) medications in non-pharmacy outlets like supermarkets and general stores, owing to grave hazards to public health.
Apr 29, 2025
Dengue vaccine 'Qdenga' set to launch in India next year
Japanese pharma giant Takeda has announced the plans to bring its dengue vaccine, Qdenga, to Indian markets by 2026, in collaboration with Hyderabad-based Biological E to be a part of the 'Make in India' programme and boost local manufacturing capacities.
Apr 28, 2025
Delhi HC orders cough syrup makers to warn against use in children below 4
vThe Delhi High Court has asked pharmaceutical companies to provide stringent warnings against the use of fixed-dose combination (FDC) cough syrups among children under the age of fouThe Delhi High Court has asked pharmaceutical companies to provide stringent warnings against the use of fixed-dose combination (FDC) cough syrups among children under the age of four
Apr 25, 2025
FDA warns about serious side effects from topical finasteride sold online
The US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has issued a public warning highlighting serious side effects linked to compounded topical finasteride products sold via telehealth platforms like Hims & Hers and Ro, raising concerns over consumer safety and regulatory oversight.
Apr 25, 2025
Government panel to review continuation of doorstep medicine delivery
India's highest drug advisory body, the Drugs Technical Advisory Board (DTAB), is set to examine whether the doorstep delivery of drugs — authorised during the Covid-19 crisis — ought to be extended across the country amid growing concerns about abuse.
Apr 25, 2025
India achieves breakthrough in gene therapy for Haemophilia
In a significant scientific breakthrough, India has carried out its first human gene therapy trial for haemophilia.
Apr 25, 2025
Jharkhand health minister cracks down on fake drug syndicates and medical store fraud
During a top-level meeting at the Institute of Public Health (IPH), Namkum, Jharkhand Health Minister Dr. Irfan Ansari announced a zero-tolerance approach towards fraud by drug companies and medical stores.
Apr 25, 2025
Drugs panel considers curb on OTC medicine sales to prevent misuse
The Drugs Technical Advisory Board (DTAB) will consider a crucial proposal for the regulation of sales of over-the-counter (OTC) medicines in India, after a report by a sub-committee suggested curbs on a number of widely prescribed drugs.
Apr 24, 2025
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