Health Ministry bans over-the-counter sale of 14 steroid creams

The Union Health and Family Welfare Ministry has banned over-the-counter sale of 14 steroid creams to prevent indiscriminate sale of ointments containing steroids and antibiotics without prescription. These 14 preparations were included under Schedule H of the Drugs and Cosmetics Rules, 1945 to impose the ban. Key Facts The decision was taken following consultation with ..

Month: Current Affairs - April, 2018

Topics: Drugs Technical Advisory Board • National • Public health • Schedule H Drugs • Science and Technology • Steroid Creams