Unlicensed veterinary drug manufacturing unit busted in Gajularamaram
During the inspection, the DCA officers found that the company was producing veterinary drugs without the required manufacturing licence. The unlicenced products included Albendazole Tablets 250mg (Bolus) and Albendazole Granules, both meant for veterinary use. During the raid, 537 kilograms of Albendazole tablets and 986 kilograms of Albendazole Granules were seized. The estimated value of the confiscated stock is around ₹3 lakh, said a release.
Further investigation will be conducted, and action will be taken in accordance with the law against all offenders, the release stated.
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