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Drugs and Cosmetics Rules - Schedule H & Schedule H1 Drugs - Frequently Asked Questions


Q: Can I buy an antibiotic without a prescription?

A: No. Antibiotics come under schedule H drugs, hence prescriptions are required to purchase such medication.

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Q: Can psychotrophic prescriptions be reused?

A: No. After dispensing the required amount of medications, the prescription will be filed in the pharmacy for future auditing.

Q: What is meant by antibiotic sensitivity?

A: It is a test used to choose which antibiotic is most effective in destroying the specific organism for the cause of illness.

Q: What is antibiotic resistance?

A: It is the ability of the micro organism to resist the effect of antibiotics which is used in the treatment.

Q: What is meant by drug trafficking?

A: Drug trafficking is an illegal trade that involves the production, distribution and sale of drugs which are strictly prohibited by law.

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