Drug inspectors from the Telangana Drug Control Administration raided a medical shop in Ramanthapur and detected the alleged illegal sale of habit-forming drugs. Codeine cough syrup and tramadol capsules were seized, while multiple violations of drug regulations were found.
Telangana is introducing a real-time digital portal to track narcotics, psychotropic substances, vaccines, and anti-cancer drugs. The system, featuring mandatory QR codes, ensures instant reporting, prevents grey market diversion, and empowers consumers to verify the authenticity of critical medications.
The Telangana Drug Control Administration seized 109 bottles of illegally stocked oxytocin injections in Adilabad, allegedly meant for misuse in dairy cattle to increase milk yield. Officials warned of health risks to animals and said action would follow.
In 2025, Telangana’s Drugs Control Administration seized 244 consignments, detected 84 sub-standard drugs, and carried out 28,816 inspections. DG Shahanwaz Qasim highlighted efforts to curb spurious medicines, enforce drug laws, and protect public health.
The Telangana Drug Control Administration has made testing for toxic solvents Diethylene Glycol and Ethylene Glycol mandatory in all oral liquid drugs. The move strengthens quality checks after recent syrup-related deaths, warning strict legal action for violations
