Ensuring that the manufacturing and sale of drugs and medicines are regulated and controlled is a fundamental responsibility of any government. In India, the Drugs and Cosmetics Act, 1940, governs the entire process from drug manufacturing to its sale, emphasizing safety, efficacy, and quality. The Act defines drugs to include not only medicines but also devices, substances for diagnosis, and even mosquito repellents. To maintain strict control over this critical sector, businesses and individuals involved in the manufacturing, sale, and distribution of drugs must obtain a drug license.
