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Haryana Bans High-Dose Nimesulide Oral Formulations

Haryana Bans High-Dose Nimesulide Oral Formulations
Haryana bans high-dose Nimesulide oral formulations · theprint.in

The Haryana government has banned the manufacture, sale, and distribution of Nimesulide in oral immediate release formulations above 100 mg.

This decision was made to protect public health, as scientific evidence indicates that high doses of Nimesulide can be harmful.

The government has directed drug manufacturers, wholesalers, retailers, and chemists to comply with the ban and has advised doctors to prescribe safer alternatives.

Regular inspections will be carried out to ensure compliance, and strict action will be taken against violators.

The ban follows a notification issued by the Government of India after consultation with the Drugs Technical Advisory Board.

Key facts

Medication
Nimesulide (oral immediate release formulations above 100 mg)
Action
Ban on manufacture, sale, and distribution
Authority
Haryana Government
Reason
Health risks associated with high doses
Alternatives
Safer alternatives available
Enforcement
Regular inspections and strict action against violators
Effective Date
Immediate effect

Quotes

Government notification

Official government statement

“The central government is satisfied that it is necessary and expedient in the public interest to prohibit the manufacture, sale and distribution of the said drug in the country for human use”
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