India has banned 16 fixed-dose drug combinations after experts deemed them irrational and lacking therapeutic value, prioritizing patient safety and effective treatments.
The decision was taken after an extensive review which found that the combinations lacked therapeutic justification
Jun 20, 2026
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What's the storyIn a major public health move, the Indian government has banned 16 fixed-dose drug combinations (FDCs), including antibiotics and topical formulations.
The decision was taken after an extensive review by experts who found these combinations to be irrational and lacking therapeutic justification.
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