drug quality

China’s healthcare watchdog to investigate new drugs list after quality issues flagged

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China’s healthcare watchdog to investigate new drugs list after quality issues flagged

China’s healthcare regulator has pledged to investigate the quality of drugs under a new list covered by national insurance, after lawmakers in Shanghai warned that they might be substandard. In a statement on its website on Monday, the National Healthcare Security Administration said it would send a team to Shanghai to seek suggestions, as well … 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