Controlling Authorities

Controlling Authorities

Learn about the responsibilities and powers of controlling authorities in enforcing drug laws and maintaining regulatory standards in India. Role of Controlling Authorities: Oversee and regulate the import, export, manufacturing, distribution, and sale of drugs and cosmetics to ensure adherence to the Act. Functions: Regulatory Oversight: Monitoring the entire supply chain of drugs and cosmetics … Read more

Licensing Authorities

Licensing Authorities

Purpose of Licensing Authorities: Responsible for issuing, renewing, and revoking licenses required for manufacturing, wholesale, and retail of drugs and cosmetics. Functions: Application Processing: Reviewing and approving applications for various licenses as per the Act and rules. Compliance Verification: Ensuring that applicants meet all the necessary criteria, including infrastructure, qualifications, and financial stability. Inspections: Conducting … Read more

Government Drug Analysts (GDAs)

Government Drug Analysts (GDAs)

Discover the role and duties of Government Drug Analysts GDAs in ensuring drug quality testing and regulatory compliance across India. Role of Government Drug Analysts: GDAs are specialized personnel responsible for the technical examination and analysis of drugs and cosmetics to ensure compliance with quality standards. Responsibilities: Sample Testing: Analyzing samples of drugs and cosmetics … Read more

Drugs Consultative Committee (DCC)

Drugs Consultative Committee (DCC)

This article explains about the structure role and significance of the Drugs Consultative Committee DCC in harmonizing drug regulation across Indian states. Purpose: To serve as a forum for consultation and deliberation on matters related to the Drugs and Cosmetics Act. Functions of Drugs Consultative Committee: Policy Review: Discussing and recommending changes to existing policies … Read more

DNA Replication (Semi-Conservative Model)

DNA Replication (Semi-Conservative Model)

DNA replication is essential for cell division, ensuring that each daughter cell receives an exact copy of the DNA. It is process follows the semi-conservative model, where each new DNA molecule has one original strand and one newly synthesized strand. The steps involved are: 1. Initiation of DNA Replication Origins of Replication: Replication begins at … Read more

RNA (Ribonucleic Acid): Structure & Functions

RNA (Ribonucleic Acid) Structure & Functions

RNA (Ribonucleic Acid) is a single-stranded nucleic acid made up of ribonucleotides, which consist of a ribose sugar, a phosphate group, and one of four nitrogenous bases: adenine (A), uracil (U), cytosine (C), or guanine (G). Structure: 1. Single-Stranded of RNA (Ribonucleic Acid): RNA is typically single-stranded, but it can form secondary structures by folding … Read more

DNA (Deoxyribonucleic Acid): Structure & Functions

DNA (Deoxyribonucleic Acid)

DNA, or Deoxyribonucleic Acid, is a long, double-stranded molecule that carries the genetic instructions used in the growth, development, functioning, and reproduction of all known living organisms and many viruses. DNA (Deoxyribonucleic Acid) is composed of two strands forming a double helix, made up of repeating units called nucleotides. Each nucleotide consists of a sugar (deoxyribose), … Read more

Mammalian genome Organization

Organization of mammalian genome

The mammalian genome is a highly complex and organized structure, containing all the genetic information necessary for the development, functioning, and reproduction of the organism. Mammalian genome is composed of DNA (deoxyribonucleic acid) and is packaged into chromosomes within the nucleus of the cell. Key Components of the Mammalian Genome DNA Structure of Mammalian genome  … Read more

Gout Disease

Gout Disease

Gout Disease is a type of inflammatory arthritis characterized by sudden, severe attacks of pain, redness, and tenderness in joints, caused by the deposition of monosodium urate crystals. It is directly linked to hyperuricemia. Pathophysiology of Gout: High levels of uric acid in the blood lead to the formation of urate crystals. These crystals deposit … Read more

Hyperuricemia

Hyperuricemia

Hyperuricemia is a condition of elevated uric acid levels in the blood, caused by excess production or reduced excretion. Uric acid, the end product of purine metabolism, is primarily excreted by the kidneys, and its buildup can lead to gout and kidney stones. Causes of Hyperuricemia Increased Uric Acid Production: High purine diet (red meat, … Read more