News Topic:Medicines

Health Ministry amends Drugs Rules, 1945; over-the-counter sale of syrups discontinued to curb misuse

Union Ministry of Health and Family Welfare has made it mandatory for consumers to produce a valid doctor's prescription to purchase all syrups, including cough syrups.

How Truemeds Online Medicine Helps in Chronic Care Management

The rise of online medicine websites, particularly Truemeds, has provided a new platform for managing chronic diseases, allowing patients to take better care of themselves.

Bestform M by Emcure: Comprehensive Overview and Uses

estform M by Emcure is a dietary supplement designed to support various aspects of health and wellness.

Blanket ban imposed on prescription of ‘branded’ medicines

Administration of SKIMS has issued a circular, aimed at clamping a blanket ban on government hospitals from prescribing any 'branded' medicines.

Mass medications continue in J-K hospitals

Despite the government claims that Prescription Audit Committees are in place in J&K, most of the Jammu and Kashmir hospitals continue to witness mass medications.

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J&K Assembly Speaker convenes all-party meeting ahead of autumn session

J&K Assembly Speaker Abdul Rahim Rather has called an all-party meeting on Thursday ahead of the 10-day autumn session starting September 21.

J&K likely to see mild, dry winter under El Niño

J&K may see a milder, drier winter under El Niño, says MeT director Dr Mukhtar Ahmad, though one or two major snowfall spells remain possible.

J&K NHM employees extend strike again by 72 hours

J&K NHM employees have extended their strike by 72 hours from September 15, demanding pay parity, job security, regularisation and social security benefits.

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Royal Premier League final draws thousands to Pulwama amid traffic congestion

The Royal Premier League final between Sultan Warriors Baramulla and Royal Goodwill Cricket Club drew thousands to Pulwama, causing traffic congestion.

J&K’s digital jobs push needs a verification receipt before trust breaks

To combat fake job offers in Jammu & Kashmir, employers must adopt a "verification receipt" to help candidates instantly identify legitimate opportunities.