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Sikar’s Rising Antibiotic Usage Raises Concerns Over Effectiveness and Resistance
In a worrying trend, residents of Sikar are consuming antibiotics worth ₹65 crores annually, even for minor illnesses like colds and coughs, leading to decreased effectiveness and a rise in antimicrobial resistance (AMR).
Nov 23, 2024
Spurious Drug Racket Busted in Hyderabad; Antibiotics Worth ₹6.91 Lakh Seized
In a major crackdown on counterfeit medicines, the Telangana Drugs Control Administration (DCA) and the Special Task Force (STF) of the Prohibition and Excise Department dismantled a spurious drug racket in Hyderabad on Friday, November 22, 2024. The operation resulted in the seizure of fake antibiotics worth ₹6.91 lakh.
Nov 23, 2024
Surprise Inspection by Vidisha Collector & SP Exposes Sale of Banned Drugs
In an unexpected move that sent shockwaves through the local medical community, Vidisha Collector Roshan Kumar Singh and SP Rohit Kashwani conducted surprise inspections at several medical stores near the city’s hospital on Saturday.
Nov 23, 2024
CBI Nabs Inspector and Middleman for Accepting Bribe in Rajasthan
In a dramatic sting operation, the Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) arrested an inspector from the Central Bureau of Narcotics (CBN), Chittorgarh, and a middleman for demanding and accepting a bribe of ₹3 lakh to settle a case against a medical practitioner and their clinic.
Nov 22, 2024
Fake Drug Inspector Arrested in Mahasamund for Duping Victim of ₹7.5 Lakhs
In a shocking case of impersonation and fraud, a man posing as a drug inspector duped a local clinic operator in Mahasamund, Chhattisgarh, out of ₹7.5 lakhs.
Nov 22, 2024
FDA Flags Asthma Drug Montelukast for Serious Mental Health Concerns
A groundbreaking revelation by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has spotlighted significant mental health risks associated with Montelukast, a widely prescribed asthma and allergy medication.
Nov 22, 2024
Licenses of Medical Stores in Villages Without Hospitals to Be Canceled in Sriganganagar
In a bold move to curb the rising menace of drug abuse, the administration in Sriganganagar district is implementing stringent measures.
Nov 22, 2024
India’s First Indigenous Antibiotic “Nafithromycin” Soft-Launched to Combat Drug-Resistant Pneumonia
In a landmark moment for Indian biotechnology, Dr. Jitendra Singh, Union Minister of Science and Technology, announced the soft launch of India’s first indigenous antibiotic, Nafithromycin.
Nov 20, 2024
Nagaland Health Department Cracks Down on Illegal Drugs and Unlicensed Pharmacies in Dimapur
Nagaland's Health Department intensifies inspections on pharmacies in Dimapur & Chümoukedima to combat banned drug sales and enforce regulations.
Nov 20, 2024
TGA Issues Urgent Alert on Phenergan, Citing Risks in Kids Under 6
Australia’s Therapeutic Goods Administration (TGA) has issued a critical safety warning regarding the use of Phenergan (promethazine hydrochloride) in children under six years old
Nov 20, 2024
Blood Pressure Control Breakthrough: Two-Drug Combo Works 5 Times Better Than Single Pills
Discover India's breakthrough in hypertension management! A clinical trial shows that combos of Amlodipine, Perindopril, and Indapamide control blood pressure 5 times better.
Nov 19, 2024
Only 4 of 46 Tamil Nadu Pharma Manufacturers Fully Comply with Revised GMP Norms in Initial Inspections
In Tamil Nadu’s first wave of inspections under the Revised Schedule M of the Drugs and Cosmetics Act, 1940, only 4 out of 46 pharmaceutical manufacturing companies achieved 100% compliance.
Nov 19, 2024
Tamil Nadu Health Secretary Pushes for Ban on Websites Selling Habit-Forming Drugs
Tamil Nadu's Health Secretary calls for urgent regulations to ban websites selling habit-forming drugs, addressing online pharmaceutical abuse.
Nov 19, 2024
Mumbai Survey Highlights Dangerous Antibiotic Misuse, AMR Concerns Raised
A recent survey by Fortis Hospitals Mumbai, unveiled during World AMR Awareness Week 2024, has brought alarming insights into the antibiotic usage habits of Mumbaikars.
Nov 18, 2024
Former Jan Aushadhi Kendra Operator Arrested for Fake Drug Sales in Agra
In a major crackdown on the distribution of counterfeit medicines, the Uttar Pradesh Special Task Force (STF) apprehended a key distributor, Anurag Kaushal, in Agra.
Nov 13, 2024
Fake Doctor Caught Red-Handed: Illegal Clinic Busted in Haryana
In a swift operation, Haryana’s CM Flying Squad and the district Health Department shut down an illegal clinic in Sector 37’s Hari Nagar Colony, arresting its operator, Mohammed Danish, alias MD Khan.
Nov 11, 2024
Kanpur Crackdown: Drug Department Raids 5 Medical Stores, Seizes Narcotics and Licenseless Medicines
In a massive crackdown, the Food and Drug Department in Kanpur raided five medical stores in the Bajnaria police station area, uncovering narcotics and illegal medicines.
Nov 11, 2024
“Operation Black Thunder”: 8 Medical Stores and Clinics Raided in Nokha-Panchu; Unregistered Clinics Sealed
Operation Black Thunder targets illegal clinics in Nokha-Panchu, Bikaner. CMHO Dr. Gupta leads raids to ensure healthcare compliance and public safety.
Nov 11, 2024
Empagliflozin generic brands double within a month after patent expiry
After the patent expiry of Empagliflozin in March 2025, India's pharma market has seen a sudden increase in the availability of generic forms of the Type 2 diabetes medication.
May 9, 2025
Gujarat FDCA crackdown on illegal narcotic and psychotropic drugs sale
In a large-scale enforcement drive, the Gujarat Food and Drugs Control Administration (FDCA) has made concerted efforts to check illegal sale of narcotic and psychotropic drugs in the state.
May 9, 2025
Lupin gets US FDA approval for Raltegravir Tablets USP 600 Mg
Lupin Limited has received United States Food and Drug Administration (US FDA) approval for its Abbreviated New Drug Application (ANDA) for raltegravir tablets USP, 600 mg. The approval enables Lupin to market a generic equivalent of Merck's Isentress HD, with the potential for 180 days of marketing exclusivity in the US.
May 9, 2025
Johnson & Johnson MedTech forms partnership with Qure.ai to increase early Lung Cancer Detection in India
Johnson & Johnson MedTech has collaborated with healthtech company AI-powered Qure.ai to enhance early lung cancer detection in India.
May 8, 2025
KRPA supports national efforts for safe disposal of expired and unused medicines
The Karnataka Registered Pharmacists Association (KRPA) has expressed wholehearted backing of the Central Drugs Standard Control Organization's (CDSCO) forthcoming guidelines on the safe disposal of expired and unused medicines.
May 8, 2025
NPPA fixes retail prices for 84 new drugs including Anti-Diabetics and Hypertensives
National Pharmaceutical Pricing Authority (NPPA), at its recent meeting under the chairmanship of P. Krishnamurthy, has set the retail prices of 84 new drugs.
May 8, 2025
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