Telangana DCA raids quack’s clinic in Khammam, seizes 55 types of medicines
The seized stock, valued at Rs 84,760, included higher-generation antibiotics such as Cefixime and Cefuroxime, which pose public health risks when sold indiscriminately
By Newsmeter Network Published on 23 Nov 2024 9:39 AM GMT
Hyderabad: The Telangana Drugs Control Administration (DCA) conducted a raid on a quack’s clinic in Kakarvai Village, Thirumalayapalem Mandal, Khammam District, on Friday.
The clinic, operated by Parala Anjaiah without proper qualifications, was found stocking 55 varieties of medicines, including antibiotics, steroids and analgesics, without a valid drug license.
The seized stock, valued at Rs 84,760, included higher-generation antibiotics such as Cefixime and Cefuroxime, which pose public health risks when sold indiscriminately. Steroids like Dexamethasone and Prednisolone were also found, raising concerns about misuse.
“Indiscriminate sale of antibiotics by unqualified persons may lead to disastrous consequences, including antimicrobial resistance,” said K Devender Reddy, drugs inspector, Khammam Rural, who led the raid.
The DCA warned wholesalers and dealers against supplying medicines to unlicensed entities, emphasising that stocking and selling drugs without a license is punishable under the Drugs and Cosmetics Act, with imprisonment of up to five years.
Misleading drug claims detected
In a separate drive on November 22 and 23, DCA officials seized medicines circulating with misleading claims. These included:
• Divya Godhan Ark (Ayurvedic): Claimed to treat obesity. Detected at Shadnagar, Ranga Reddy District, and manufactured by Divya Pharmacy, Uttarakhand.
• Bhandari Sodium Phosphates Enema BP (Allopathic): Claimed to treat convulsions. Found in Bhainsa Village, Nirmal District, manufactured by Bhandari Labs, Madhya Pradesh.
• Stone Rid Ras (Ayurvedic): Claimed to treat kidney stones. Seized in Sunkidi Village, Adilabad District, manufactured by Indian Herbo Pharma, Punjab.
• Chintaginjala Choornam (Ayurvedic): Claimed to treat high blood pressure. Found in Nagarkurnool, and manufactured by Grovel Drugs and Chemicals Pvt. Ltd., Telangana.
The DCA flagged these claims as violations under the Drugs and Magic Remedies (Objectionable Advertisements) Act, 1954, which prohibits advertising treatments for certain diseases.
Legal action and public awareness
The DCA confirmed that further investigations are underway, and offenders will face legal action. Those found guilty under the Drugs and Magic Remedies (Objectionable Advertisements) Act may face imprisonment of up to six months, fines, or both.
The public has been urged to report any illegal drug manufacturing or related activities to the DCA’s toll-free number, 1800-599-6969, operational from 10:30 am to 5 pm on working days.
“Strict action will continue against those violating drug laws to safeguard public health,” said V.B. Kamalasan Reddy, IPS, director general of the Drugs Control Administration, Telangana.
