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Controversy: Regulations Mandating Generic Drugs Prescription

by Ayushi
August 24, 2023
in HEALTH
The National Medical Commission has paused new regulations on prescribing generic drugs after concerns were raised by doctors.
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New regulations mandating doctors in India to prescribe generic drugs have sparked controversy within the medical community. The development follows a recent meeting between representatives from the Indian Medical Association (IMA) and the Indian Pharmaceutical Alliance with Health Minister Mansukh Mandaviya, during which concerns were raised about the feasibility and quality of generic drugs.

 

Under the Registered Medical Practitioner (Professional Conduct) Regulations published on August 2, doctors were prohibited from endorsing drug brands, accepting gifts from pharmaceutical companies, or attending conferences sponsored by them. Additionally, the regulations made it mandatory for doctors to prescribe generic drugs. Failure to comply with these regulations could result in penalties and potential suspension of their medical license.

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The IMA has expressed reservations about the new regulations, particularly regarding the feasibility of restricting doctors from prescribing generic drugs due to concerns about the quality of these medications. The organization highlighted the fact that a very small percentage (less than 0.1%) of drugs manufactured in India are actually tested for quality.

 

One of the key arguments put forward by the IMA is the uncertainty surrounding the quality and efficacy of generic drugs, which may impact patient safety. The organization’s stance reflects concerns that enforcing generic drug prescriptions without addressing these quality concerns could have unintended consequences for patients’ health.

 

The controversy underscores the complex challenge of balancing the affordability and accessibility of medications with ensuring their quality and safety. While promoting the use of generic drugs can lower healthcare costs, the issue of ensuring their quality remains crucial.

 

The health ministry’s regulations aimed at preventing conflicts of interest and enhancing transparency in the medical field also touch upon the relationships between doctors and pharmaceutical companies. As the debate continues, finding a balance between these objectives and addressing the concerns raised by the medical community will be crucial to the effective implementation of these regulations.

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