50+ Indian drugs, including paracetamol and anti-diabetic pills, flagged as "Not of Standard Quality" by CDSCO, major pharma companies dispute claims and warn of public health impact.
India's Central Drugs Standard Control Organization (CDSCO) has identified over 50 drugs, including common medications like paracetamol, anti-diabetic pills, and calcium supplements, as "Not of Standard Quality" following quality tests. Major pharmaceutical companies, including Hetero Drugs and Alkem Laboratories, are involved, but they contest responsibility, labeling the products as "spurious." Experts warn that these quality issues could worsen public health challenges, including antimicrobial resistance.
September 25, 2024
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