Kathmandu Pharmaceutical Association Urges Legal Operation of Pharmacies
Summary
The Kathmandu branch of the Nepal Pharmaceutical Association has urged pharmacies to operate legally, avoid unauthorized medicine sales, and follow professional ethics. It has also backed regulated alternative nutrition sales while discussing a bill related to substitutes for breast milk.
Key Points
- The Kathmandu branch of the Nepal Pharmaceutical Association has called for the legal operation of pharmacies in Kathmandu district and stricter adherence to professional responsibilities.
- It warned against running unregistered shops, using licenses improperly, and selling prescription medicines, narcotic drugs, or antibiotics without authorization.
- Wholesale traders were urged not to supply medicines to unregistered or unverified retail shops, and violators may face closure, sealing, confiscation, and legal action.
- The association also commented on the bill related to substitutes for breast milk, saying safe and quality alternative nutrition should be available in special circumstances through qualified pharmacies.
