‘Replacing Paracetamol Tablets With Syrups After Immunization Is Not A Solution, Find The Root Cause’

Following the death of two infants at Nampally UPHC in Hyderabad, the government now making it compulsory to give paracetamol in the syrup-form following immunisation. While the move may be welcome with its concomitant funds, doctors say that the root cause remains unsolved. “Just ensuring syrup is not enough as there can be syrups with […]

Trade Bodies Allege Pharmacies Sell ‘Some Medicines’ Upto 2000% Premium Rates In Telangana

Trade body president claims proof of huge discrepancy in parmacy medicines and allied medical aids in Telangana despite stringent laws. Some life-saving drugs and generic medicines are sold at Maximum Retail Price (MRP), which is a whopping 500% to 2,000% more than the wholesale price. Sounds incredible? But it’s true, claims P.R. Somani, founder president, […]