53 Medications Fail Quality Testing: The Central Drugs Standard Control Organization (CDSCO) recently conducted a quality test on various medications, resulting in 53 drugs failing the assessment. This list includes medications for blood pressure, diabetes, acid reflux, and certain vitamins. Notably, well-known pharmaceuticals like Paracetamol, Diclofenac, and Fluconazole from major companies were among those that did not meet the required standards, raising concerns about their safety for consumers.
While 53 medications were flagged, only 48 names have been disclosed so far. Five of the failed drugs’ manufacturers claim these medications are counterfeit and not produced by them. Among the failed products is Pantocid Tablet, manufactured by Sun Pharma. Additionally, commonly used medications, including the antihypertensive injections Shilkam and Palmosil, have also failed the tests. Some calcium and Vitamin D supplements did not pass either.
Health Risks: Medications to Avoid
The central government has issued a warning regarding the potential dangers of using certain medications, including Glucoamylase, Pectinase, Amylase, Protease, Alpha-Galactosidase, Cellulase, Lipase, and Bromelain. Furthermore, the failed drugs also include antiparasitic treatments for hair care. Consumers are advised to avoid these products to ensure their safety.
Medications Fail Quality Testing
(Product / Drug Name)
1.Calcium and Vitamin D3 Tablets IP Shelcal 500 (Shelcal)
2.Metformin Hydrochloride Sustained-Release Tablets IP (Glycimet-SR-500)
3.Amoxicillin and Potassium Clavulanate Tablets IP (Calvum 25)
4.Amoxicillin and Potassium Clavulanate Tablets (Mexaclav 625)
5.Metformin Hydrochloride Sustained-Release Tablets IP (Glycimet-SR-500)
6.Atropine Sulphate Injection IP 2 ml
7.Cefoperazone and Sulbactam for Injection (Tudecef 1.5 gm)
8.Heparin Sodium Injection IP 25000 IU/5 ml
9.Cefepime and Tazobactam for Injection (Cruipime-TZ Kid Injection)
10.Atropine Sulphate Injection IP (Atropine sulphate)
11.Atropine sulphate injection I.P. (Atropine sulphate)
12.Atropine sulphate injection I.P. (Atropine sulphate)
13.Atropine sulphate injection I.P. (Atropine Sulphate)
14.Salbutamol, Bromhexine HCI, Guaifenesin and Menthol Syrup (Ecogyl Expectorant)
15.Diclofenac Sodium IP
16.Escitalopram and Clonazepam Tablets IP (Clozaps-ES Tablet)
17.Phenytoin Sodium Injection USP
18.Paracetamol, Phenylephrine Hydrochloride and Cetirizine Hydrochloride Suspension (Cethal Cold DS Suspension)
19.Calcium 500 mg with Vitamin D3 250 IU Tablets IP
20.Amoxicillin and Potassium Clavulanate Tablets IP 625 mg (Renamega-CV 625)
21.Olmesartan Medoxomil Tablets IP 40 mg
22.Infusion Set-NV
23.Telmisartan Tablets IP 40 mg
24.Telmisartan Tablets IP 40 mg
25.Telmisartan Tablet IP 40 mg
26.Metronidazole Tablet IP 400 mg
27.Alprazolam Tablet IP 0.25 mg (Erazol-0.25 Tablet)
28.Glimepiride Tablet IP (2 mg)
29.Calcium and Vitamin D3 Tablet IP
30.Vitamin B Complex with Vitamin C Softgel
31.Rifamin 550 (Rifaximin Tablets 550mg)
32.Pantoprazole Gastro-Resistant and Domperidone Prolonged-Release Capsules IP (Pan-D)
33.Paracetamol Tablets IP 500mg
34.Montair LC Kid (Montralukast Sodium and Levocetirizine Hydrochloride Dispersible Tablets)
35.Compound Sodium Lactate Injection I.P(Ringer Lactate Solution for Injection) (RL 500ml)
36.Fexofenadine Hydrochloride Tablets IP 120mg
37.Fexofenadine Hydrochloride Tablets IP 120mg
38.Laxanorm Solution (Lactulose Solution USP)
39.Heparin Sodium Injection 5000 Units (Hostranil Injection)
40.Buflam Forte Suspension (Ibuprofen and Paracetamol Oral Suspension)
41.Cepodem XP 50 Dry Suspension (Cefpodoxime Proxetil and Potassium Clavulanate Oral Suspension)
42.Nimesulide, Paracetamol and Chlorzoxazone Tablet (NICIP MR)
43.Rolled Gauze (Non-Sterilized)
44.Ciprofloxacin Tablet I.P. 500 mg. (OCIF-500)
45.Nimesulide, Phenylephrine Hydrochloride and Levocetirizine Dihydrochloride Tablet (Nunim-Cold)
46.Adrenaline Injection I.P. Sterile 1 ml
47.Compound Sodium Lactate Injection I.P. (Ringer Lactate Solution for Injection) RL 500 ml
48.Wingel XL Pro Gel (Diclofenac Diethylamine, Linseed Oil, Methyl Salicylate and Menthol Gel)
- Himachal Cabinet to thoroughly assess proposals for Street Vendor Policy
- Himachal Welcomes Tourists: A Blend of Adventure, Scenic Beauty, and Exciting Cruises
- US Election 2024: Firing on Kamala Harris’ election campaign office
