What is Schedule T?
Schedule T is a section of the Drugs and Cosmetics Act, 1940, outlining Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) for Ayurveda, Siddha, and Unani (ASU) medicines.
It sets standards for manufacturing, storage, and distribution to ensure safety, consistency, and quality in herbal medicines.
Objectives of Schedule T
Ensure Quality & Safety – Prevents contamination and ensures purity and potency.
Standardized Manufacturing – Brings uniformity across herbal medicine producers.
Global Compliance – Aligns with international GMP standards for wider acceptance.
Minimize Adulteration – Prevents fake and substandard herbal products.
Consumer Protection – Ensures medicines are safe and free from harmful chemicals.
Promote Indian Traditional Medicine – Enhances the credibility of Ayurveda, Siddha, and Unani (ASU) systems through scientific validation.
