Kozhikode Corporation recalls medicines nearing expiry after councillors raise concerns
Medicines have already been taken back from five health centres and will be replaced. The recall process is expected to be completed by September 7.
The Kozhikode Corporation has initiated a recall of medicines nearing expiry or already expired, following complaints raised by councillors at a recent council meeting. Mayor O. Sadasivan ordered the health wing to investigate the issue and submit a report. The medicines were supplied to health and wellness centres under the Corporation's jurisdiction.
Five health centres have already been cleared of excess and old stock, according to the Corporation’s health wing. The supplier is taking back the medicines, with completion expected by September 7. The Corporation will replace the recalled medicines. Councillor Saritha Parayeri highlighted the issue, with BJP councillors Saritha Parayeri and N. Sivaprasad noting that most medicines supplied to their wards' health centres were near expiry.
Congress councillor K.C. Shobhitha suggested that there was a larger "lobby" behind the supply of old medicines and called for the Corporation to bring the matter to the State government's attention. The Corporation does not procure medicines directly but receives them through the National Health Mission from the Kerala Medical Services Corporation Ltd.
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