From The Hindu
Center-Left Owned by Kasturi & Sons Ltd.Government proposes immediate suspension of manufacturing licences of substandard drugs
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The government has put forward a proposal to immediately suspend the manufacturing licences of drugs that are deemed not of standard quality on certain critical quality parameters. Under the proposed amendment, a suspension would remain in effect until the manufacturer implements mandatory corrective measures, after which the licence could be revoked. The move is described as a major step to strengthen the regulatory framework and ensure the quality and safety of medicines in the country.
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Proposed amendment provides for mandatory corrective measures before revocation of the suspension; suspension shall continue until the manufacturer undertakes corrective action
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New Delhi: The Union health ministry Wednesday said it has proposed immediate suspension of manufacturing licences for drugs found not of standard quality (NSQ) on critical parameters such as assay, dissolution and sterility, to ensure faster regulatory action against substandard medicines. The…
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The proposed changes seek to prevent substandard medicines from remaining in circulation while manufacturers address quality failures and regulatory concerns
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Proposed amendment provides for mandatory corrective measures before revocation of the suspension; suspension shall continue until the manufacturer undertakes corrective action
