ER20-26T
Pharmacy Law & Ethics: Jurisprudence, Acts & Schedules Handbook
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2nd Year • ER20-26T

Pharmacy Law & Ethics: Jurisprudence, Acts & Schedules Handbook

Compiled by Adv. Rajeshwari Iyer & Pharmacist365 Council

Chapter 1: The Pharmacy Act, 1948

Enacted on 4th March 1948 to regulate the profession and practice of pharmacy and to establish Pharmacy Councils in India.

1.1 Constitution of Pharmacy Council of India (PCI)

  1. Elected Members: 6 members elected by UGC among pharmacy university teachers; 1 member elected by Medical Council of India; 1 registered pharmacist elected by each State Council.
  2. Nominated Members: 6 members nominated by Central Government (at least 4 must possess a degree/diploma in pharmacy); 1 representative nominated by each State Government.
  3. Ex-officio Members: Director General of Health Services (DGHS), Drugs Controller General of India (DCGI), Director of Central Drugs Laboratory (CDL).