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Why India’s drug regulator has suspended licence for ‘Pres Vu’ eye drop that would ‘replace reading glasses’ – Firstpost

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Why India’s drug regulator has suspended licence for ‘Pres Vu’ eye drop that would ‘replace reading glasses’ – Firstpost

The Drugs Controller General of India (DCGI) has suspended regulatory approval for PresVu, the eye drop that stirred excitement with its claim to replace reading glasses, before it could even hit retail shelves. India’s top drug regulator revoked the marketing and manufacturing approvals given to manufacturer Entod Pharmaceuticals citing “unauthorised promotion” and concerns over the … Read more

Why paracetamol, antiacid, and other common Indian drugs have failed quality tests – Firstpost

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Why paracetamol, antiacid, and other common Indian drugs have failed quality tests – Firstpost

In a shocking revelation, India’s top drug regulator, the Central Drugs Standard Control Organisation (CDSCO), has flagged over 50 commonly used medications, including household names like Paracetamol and antacid Pan D, for failing to meet safety and quality standards. These are not obscure drugs, but essentials found in millions of homes across the country. From … Read more

monkeypox: India develops indigenous Monkeypox RT-PCR testing kit, gets CDSCO approval

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monkeypox: India develops indigenous Monkeypox RT-PCR testing kit, gets CDSCO approval

India has developed its own home-grown indigenous RT-PCR testing kit to fight against Monkeypox, reported ANI on Tuesday. The assay has been approved by Central Protection Drugs Standard Control Organisation (CDSCO). IMDX Monkeypox Detection RT-PCR Assay by Siemens Healthineers has received manufacturing approval from the Central Drugs Standard Control Organisation (CDSCO). This is a significant … Read more