Telangana: DCA busts illegal manufacturing of 'Jubilant Cosmeceuticals' 'PURELINE' petroleum jelly
Investigation revealed White Petroleum Jelly 'PURE LINE' was being manufactured and sold without proper authorization
By Anoushka Caroline Williams Published on 17 April 2024 6:50 AM GMT
Hyderabad: Drugs Control Administration of Telangana blew the lid off the illegal manufacturing of `White Petroleum Jelly'.
'Jubilant Cosmeceuticals was manufacturing the product without a proper drug license.
DCA raided a medical shop in Pet Basheerabad, Quthbullapur. Investigation revealed White Petroleum Jelly 'PURE LINE' was being manufactured and sold without proper authorization.
According to E. Thirupathi, Drugs Inspector, Quthbullapur, and K. Muralikrishna, Drugs Inspector, Malkajgiri, the firm had no drug license to manufacture 'White Petroleum Jelly' besides it failed to comply with labeling regulations.
The product, considered 'misbranded,' poses serious health risks to consumers as it did not adhere to Good Manufacturing Practices (GMPs) and quality standards outlined in the Indian Pharmacopoeia (IP).
Misleading Advertisement Leads to Seizure of 'ALTACOLD Suspension’
In a separate incident, the Drugs Control Administration seized 'ALTACOLD Suspension' in Attapur, Rajendranagar, Rangareddy District. Its label contained misleading claims regarding the treatment of 'fever.'
The medicine, manufactured by Candour Pharmaceuticals and marketed by Altavista Healthcare Pvt. Ltd., was in contravention of the Drugs and Magic Remedies (Objectionable Advertisements) Act, 1954.
According to G. Ravikiran, Drugs Inspector, Rajendranagar, and K. Anvesh, Drugs Inspector, Shabad, the advertisement of 'ALTACOLD Suspension' falsely implied its efficacy in treating fever, violating regulations that prohibit such claims for over-the-counter medications.
“Fever, being a symptom rather than a disease, cannot be directly treated by medicines like Paracetamol, as they merely alleviate discomfort without addressing the underlying cause,” said Ravikiran.
Call for Action
Director General V.B. Kamalasan Reddy, IPS, emphasized the need for further investigation and enforcement of relevant laws to hold offenders accountable.
Reporting Illegal Activities
The public is urged to report any suspicions or complaints regarding illegal pharmaceutical activities to the Drugs Control Administration, Telangana, through the toll-free number 1800-599-6969.
