Prohibition of Manufacture and Sale of Certain Drugs

This topic explains about the prohibition of manufacture and sale of certain drugs in India, and the legal restrictions under the Drugs and Cosmetics Act.

Prohibition of Manufacture and Sale of Certain Drugs

• The Act prohibits the manufacture and sale of specific categories of drugs to safeguard public health.

Prohibited Drugs:

1. Adulterated Drugs:

   • Drugs containing harmful substances or lacking required purity.

2. Misbranded Drugs:

   • Drugs with false or misleading labels.

3. Unapproved New Drugs:

   • Manufacturing new drugs without approval from the Central Licensing Authority.

4. Non-Standard Drugs:

   • Drugs failing to meet prescribed standards under the Act.

5. Restricted Ingredients:

   • Drugs containing banned or restricted substances.

6. Expired Drugs:

   • Manufacturing or selling drugs beyond expiry dates.

Purpose:

• These prohibitions ensure that only safe, effective, and standard-compliant drugs are available to consumers.

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