PHARMACY LAW AND ETHICS – THEORY

ISBN NO:-978-93-6175-702-0

Given how frequently the pharmacy and healthcare industries evolve, it’s critical to
comprehend the laws and regulations that govern the sector. This book aims to provide a
comprehensive overview of the intricate network of Indian laws, statutes, and regulations that
control the practice of pharmacy. The discipline of pharmacy is governed by an extensive set
of laws, guidelines, and moral principles that are essential to safeguarding the public’s health
and guaranteeing the responsible, efficient, and safe practice of the profession. These rules,
laws, and principles are fundamental to the pharmacy industry.
Each section delves deeply into the intricate legal framework that oversees the pharmacy
sector, covering everything from the fundamental guidelines provided by the Pharmacy Act of
1948 to the particulars of manufacturing, marketing, and shipping medications as outlined by
the Drugs and Cosmetics Act of 1940.
The book gives readers a tour of regulatory organisations, demonstrating their functions and
methods, such as the National Pharmaceutical Pricing Authority and the Pharmacy Council of
India. Students will gain knowledge of the legal definitions and classifications of
pharmaceuticals and medications, as well as the responsibilities and duties of chemists and the
ethical dilemmas that arise in the practice of their profession. This book provides a thorough
grasp of the moral and legal principles that underpin the pharmaceutical industry. It addresses
a wide range of topics, such as drug production and distribution, consumer protection, and
clinical research.