Offences and Penalties Under the Pharmacy Act 1948
- The Pharmacy Act, 1948, outlines various offences and corresponding penalties to ensure adherence to professional standards and legal requirements.
Common Offences:
- Practicing Without Registration: Engaging in pharmacy practice without registration.
- Misrepresentation: Providing false information during registration or on documents.
- Violation of Ethics: Unethical practices, such as accepting bribes or altering prescriptions.
- Negligence in Dispensing: Improper dispensing causing patient harm.
- Unauthorized Manufacture or Sale: Selling or manufacturing drugs without proper licenses.
- Violation of Educational Standards: Operating non-compliant pharmacy educational institutions.
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Penalties:
- Fines: Varying amounts based on the offence (e.g., ₹10,000 to ₹50,000 for practicing without registration).
- Imprisonment: Severe cases (e.g., up to 7 years for unauthorized drug manufacturing).
- Suspension or Revocation: Temporary or permanent suspension of registration.
- Additional Penalties: Confiscation of unlawful profits or products, and public disclosure of offenders.
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