The sale of medicines online banned by the Madras High Court on Monday, till the central government notifies the regulations.

‘Purchasing medicines online can be convenient, but it also possesses other risks of buying fake, unapproved and expired drugs.’

The court passed the order on a plea by the Tamil Nadu Chemists and Druggists Association. 




According to the Association, online purchases may be convenient but there exists the risk of unlicensed online outlets selling fake/expired/unapproved medicines.
Reacting to the court order Pradeep Dadha, Founder and CEO, Netmeds.com, said, "We would be filing an appeal and taking the required recourse available under the law. The benefits of affordable and accessible medicines through our services have been appreciated by customers across the country, and as a fully licensed pharmacy, Netmeds.com is committed to adhering to all the guidelines and standards as prescribed under the Drugs and Cosmetic Act of 1940."
Source-IANS