Photo: DNA India
Delhi Drug Controller To Probe MP, MLAs Bulk-Buying COVID Medicines
The Delhi High Court has directed Delhi's drug controller to investigate the bulk-buying of medicines by cricketer-turned-politician Gautam Gambhir amid short supply. Although the Court observed Gambhir's intentions to be good, it asserted that "he has done a disservice" with his move. Reportedly, Gambhir had bought 2,628 Fabiflu strips to distribute among COVID-19 patients. Besides, BJP MP Gambhir, AAP MLAs Preeti Tomar and Praveen Kumar are… read-more
Tags: Gautam Gambhir, Delhi High Court, Drug Controller, Bulk Buying, fabiflu, Covid-19
Courtesy: The Tribune
Photo: Business Standard
Zydus Cadila Tests COVID-19 Drug, Seeks DCGI's Regulatory Approval
Ahmedabad-based Zydus Cadila has sought approval from the drug regulator to use its viral hepatitis drugs to treat COVID-19. Zydus has claimed that during the phase-3 trial, its drugs - Pegyalated Interferon Alpha 2b and PegiHepTM - resulted in 91.15% efficacy. The drugs also reduced the supplemental oxygen need of patients from 84 to 56 hours. Moreover, the hepatitis B and hepatitis C-treating drug ‘PegIFN’ is a single-dose affordable… read-more
Tags: Coronavirus, Drug Controller, Zydus Cadila, Covid-19
Courtesy: Hindustan Times
