Indian Supreme Court rejects plea for doctors to disclose all drug risks, citing impracticality.

The Supreme Court of India dismissed a plea seeking to mandate doctors to disclose all possible side effects and risks of prescribed drugs to patients. The court cited impracticality, noting it could overwhelm doctors and increase consumer protection cases. The petitioner argued it would help prevent medical negligence but was countered by the court's view that such information should come from manufacturers and pharmacists.

November 14, 2024
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