India’s Pharmaceutical Industry With Ambitious Growth Plans

India’s pharmaceutical industry is a significant force in the global market, boasting a strong domestic presence and a rapidly growing export sector. National Institutes of Pharmaceutical Education & Research (NIPERs) spearhead research efforts.

CDSCO Requires Registration Of Clinical Research Organizations

The Central Drugs Standard Control Organization (CDSCO) has announced amendments to the New Drugs and Clinical Trials Rules, 2019. These amendments aim to strengthen the regulatory framework for clinical research organizations (CROs) in India. CROs are now required to register with the Central Licensing Authority before conducting clinical trials.

Relaxing Norms for Toxicity Studies in Drug Approval

The CDSCO aims to streamline the drug approval process without compromising safety. The New Drugs and Clinical Trials Rules, 2019 allow for the acceptance of preclinical toxicity data generated in other countries, provided the data is of high quality and meets specified standards.

Applications for PAC in Vaccine Clinical Trials Now Online

The Central Drugs Standard Control Organisation (CDSCO) has issued a circular on the launch of the online system Post Approval Changes (PAC) with respect to the clinical trials of vaccines and associated approvals. With the introduction of the online system of SUGAM portal, the CDSCO seeks to streamline the regulatory submission procedure.