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Plain-language guides on banned medicines and on saving money with Jan Aushadhi.

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How to check if a medicine is banned

A banned fixed dose combination (FDC) in India is a product the Central Government has prohibited by notification. To check one, read the composition on the…

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Is nimesulide banned in India?

Reports say India prohibited oral immediate-release nimesulide formulations above 100 mg for human use in December 2025 under Section 26A. Doses of 100 mg or less…

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Jan Aushadhi diabetes medicines and savings

Many diabetes salts appear in the Jan Aushadhi (PMBJP) list, including metformin, glimepiride, gliclazide, sitagliptin and several insulins. The list gives strengths and packs but not…

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