Tue Apr 01 13:54:09 UTC 2025: ## Telangana Drugs Authority Cracks Down on Pharmaceutical Violations
**Hyderabad, April 1, 2025** – The Telangana Drugs Control Administration (DCA) conducted a major crackdown on pharmaceutical violations in March 2025, resulting in 65 seizures and the confiscation of drugs worth ₹3.03 lakh.
The majority of seizures (50) targeted misleading advertisements for medicines. Seven seizures involved unqualified practitioners, three involved expired drugs, and two each targeted unlicensed medical shops and falsely marketed nutraceuticals. A significant seizure also disrupted a spurious drug racket.
Further investigations revealed substandard quality in 15 drug batches, including antibiotics, anti-ulcer, anthelmintic, and antiprotozoal medications. Laboratory tests revealed failures in assay, dissolution, and description, potentially compromising their efficacy. The DCA’s actions highlight a concerted effort to ensure the quality and safety of pharmaceutical products in Telangana.
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