The following are the drugs that are banned in India:
1. Amidopyrine (banned in 1995)
Use: This drug was used to treat pain and fever. Side Effects: This drug can cause agranulocytosis (a decrease in white blood cells), aplastic anemia (a decrease in all blood cells), and liver damage.2. Fixed dose combinations of vitamins with anti-inflammatory agents and tranquilizers (banned in 1995)
Use: These drugs were used to treat a variety of conditions. Side Effects: These drugs can cause liver, kidney, and blood disorders.3. Fixed dose combinations of Atropine and Analgesic Antipyretics (banned in 1995)
Use: These drugs were used to treat pain and fever. Side Effects: These drugs can cause heart problems, seizures, and death.4. Fixed dose combinations of Strychnine and Caffeine in tonics (banned in 1995)
Use: These drugs were used to improve energy and alertness. Side Effects: These drugs can cause seizures, heart problems, and death.5. Fixed dose combinations of Yohimbine and Strychnine with Testosterone and Vitamins (banned in 1995)
Use: These drugs were used to improve athletic performance. Side Effects: These drugs can cause heart problems, seizures, and death.6. Fixed dose combinations of Iron with Strychnine, Arsenic, and Yohimbine (banned in 1995)
Use: These drugs were used to treat anemia. Side Effects: These drugs can cause liver, kidney, and blood disorders.7. Fixed dose combinations of Sodium Bromide/chloral hydrate with other drugs (banned in 1995)
Use: These drugs were used to treat insomnia. Side Effects: These drugs can cause liver, kidney, and respiratory problems.8. Phenacetin (banned in 2002)
Use: This drug was used to treat pain. Side Effects: This drug can cause kidney damage and cancer.9. Fixed dose combinations of antihistaminic with anti-diarrhoeal (banned in 2002)
Use - These drugs were used to treat diarrhea. Side Effects: These drugs can cause liver damage, kidney damage, and seizures.10. Nimesulide formulations for human use in children below 12 years of age (banned in 2017)
Use: This drug is used to treat pain and inflammation. Side Effects: This drug can cause liver, kidney, and heart problems in children.11. Cisapride and its formulations for human use (banned in 2011)
Use: This drug was used to treat heartburn and acid reflux. Side Effects: This drug can cause a serious heart rhythm disorder called Torsades de Pointes, which can be fatal.12. Phenylpropanolamine and its formulation for human use (banned in 2006)
Use: The drug was used as a nasal decongestant and appetite suppressant. Side Effects: This drug can cause a severe increase in the risk of stroke in women.13. Human Placental Extract and its formulations for human use (banned in 2013)
Use: It was used to treat a variety of conditions. Side Effects: This drug can cause blood clots, heart attacks, and strokes.Tips for staying safe from banned drugs:
- Only take prescription drugs from a trusted source, such as a doctor or pharmacist - This drug was used to treat various conditions.
- Be aware of the risks of counterfeit drugs - Counterfeit drugs are often made with dangerous ingredients and can have serious side effects.
- Never share prescription drugs with others - Sharing prescription drugs can spread disease and lead to overdose.
- Dispose of unused prescription drugs properly - Do not flush them down the toilet or throw them in the trash. Take them to a drug take-back program or a pharmacy that offers drug disposal services.
- If you think you have taken a banned drug, seek medical attention immediately - Even if you do not feel sick, it is essential to get it directly.
- Educate yourself about banned drugs - The more you know about banned drugs, the better equipped you will be to make safe choices.
- Talk to your doctor about banned drugs - If you are concerned about the use of prohibited drugs, talk to your doctor.
