Srinagar: Acting on the directions of the Deputy Commissioner Anantnag, the Drug Control Department today carried out extensive inspections across several areas of the district, including Ganjiwara, Harnag, Takiyabehram Shah, and Railway Road.
A joint team of Drug Control Officers conducted over 23 inspections at medical sale establishments to ensure compliance with surveillance equipment guidelines and computerized billing systems.
While most shops were found adhering to the norms, operations of two medical outlets — Al Noor Pharmacy Harnag and JB Pharmacy Harnag — were suspended on the spot for failing to maintain proper records of Schedule H1 medicines.
Additionally, the licenses of SA Pharmaceuticals and Surgicals Ganjiwara and Tabeeb IVF Center (Nanda Pharmacy) Railway Road Harnag have been recommended for cancellation for violating provisions of the Drugs and Cosmetics Act and the rules thereunder.
The Drug Control Authority reaffirmed its commitment to ensuring the safe and regulated sale of medicines in the interest of public health and safety.
