Strict Checks Introduced for Pharmacist License

The Pharmacy Services and Drug Control department in Islamabad Capital Territory has implemented stringent requirements for pharmacists and qualified individuals seeking drug sale licenses. They are now obligated to reveal all their professional associations, both current and past, throughout Pakistan. A warning was issued that submitting false information or concealing data would result in rigorous legal action, according to an advisory from the PS&DC.

To verify the information supplied by applicants, the department said it would cross-reference records with pertinent drug regulatory authorities and Pharmacy Councils. Violations such as concealment of information, misrepresentation, false declarations, or unlawful multiple professional engagements could result in legal repercussions, including application rejection, license revocation, and referral to the relevant Pharmacy Council for disciplinary action.

The department also cautioned drug sale license holders and proprietors to conduct thorough checks before submitting applications to confirm compliance with legal and professional standards. PS&DC stressed that transparency and professional accountability were indispensable, with violations being addressed in accordance with the law.