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OverviewThe World Health Organization (WHO) defines a counterfeit drug as “a medicine that intentionally/fraudulently misrepresents its identity, composition, or source.” Overview The World Health Organization (WHO) defines a counterfeit drug as “a medicine that intentionally/fraudulently misrepresents its identity, composition, or source.” Quality counterfeit medicines do not exist and the manufacture, distribution and sale of counterfeit medicines is a crime. We are at the forefront of the fight against counterfeit medicines that endanger the lives of people in all countries who need medicines. The Growing Threat...

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Why are so many generic drugs manufactured in India?

India’s drug patent laws have features that have attracted international attention. In relation to why India is a major producer of generic drugs, below is a description of its laws and the background behind its ability to produce drugs at low cost. Features of Indian Patent Law India enacted the Indian Patents Act of 1970.This law reflects India’s decision to adopt a unique approach to developing its industry, although it was significantly amended in 2005 to comply with the World Trade Organization’s (WTO) TRIPS Agreement...

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High performance liquid chromatography for content testing

High Performance Liquid Chromatography (HPLC) is a powerful analytical technique for the separation, identification, and quantitation of a wide variety of chemicals, HPLC is widely used in a wide variety of fields, including pharmaceutical, food, and environmental. Basic Principles of HPLC HPLC uses a liquid mobile phase (solvent) and a stationary phase (packing material in the column).The sample is dissolved in the mobile phase and injected into the column under high pressure. Through interaction with the stationary phase in the column, the components of the...

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Drug quality testing

A number of analytical methods are used to verify that manufactured drugs meet quality standards. These methods play an important role in the pharmaceutical industry, assuring the safety, efficacy, and purity of drugs. The major analytical methods are listed below: Through these analytical methods, they verify that the manufactured drugs are safe and effective, in compliance with legal regulations and guidelines. Pharmaceutical companies submit the results of these tests to regulatory authorities to ensure that the drugs are safe for patients as they move through...

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Medicines Adverse Reaction Damage Relief System

There is a public system to provide relief for health problems caused by medicines imported by individuals, but the scope of coverage is subject to specific conditions. The officially recognized “Adverse Reactions Relief Program” in Japan covers adverse reactions to medicines approved through authorized channels. This system is explained below: What is the Adverse Drug Reactions Relief System? This system is a public system that allows victims or their families to receive financial compensation for health problems caused by side effects of pharmaceutical products. This...

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Structural formula of Vardenafil

Vardenafil (Vardenafil) is a phosphodiesterase type 5 (PDE5) inhibitor, primarily used to treat erectile dysfunction (ED).It is known on the market under brand names such as Levitra and Staxyn. These drugs work by improving blood flow to support an erection. Molecular Structure of Vardenafil The chemical formula of vardenafil is C23H32N6O4S and has the following structural characteristics Sequence of actions Vardenafil, like sildenafil and tadalafil, inhibits the activity of the PDE5 enzyme. This enzyme degrades cGMP in penile tissue. cGMP promotes vasodilation and smooth muscle...

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Molecular Structure of Cidarafil

Sildenafil (Sildenafil), also known as a phosphodiesterase type 5 (PDE5) inhibitor, is used primarily for the treatment of erectile dysfunction (ED), but also for pulmonary hypertension. This drug is particularly well known under its brand name Viagra. Molecular structure of sildenafil The chemical formula of sildenafil is C₂₂₂H₃₀N₆O₄S and has the following characteristic chemical structure Sequence of actions Sildenafil is known to inhibit the activity of the PDE5 enzyme, which is abundant in penile tissue and is responsible for degrading cGMP (cyclic guanosine monophosphate). cGMP...