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.
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