Citing Increased Demand, Govt Bans Export Of Remdesivir Drug, Injection
The Centre on April 11 announced a temporary ban on the export of Remdesivir drug and injection, owing to the surge in the COVID-19 cases. Citing “a potential of a further increase in demand for Remdesivir" the order provisioned the ban to continue until the COVID-19 situation in the country improves. The anti-viral drug, manufactured by seven companies in India plays a vital role in treating critical adults patients.