Exorbitant profit by private hospitals medical stores.

749 votes

We can definitely stop this by filing a proper case in court. The patients affected by this drug store are likely to face more difficulties. Therefore, we can definitely do this and make arrangements to stop it. Similarly, if they are not near the nearest government hospital but are far away, we can do it without any problem for them.

Advocate Arivazhagan LawRato

543 votes

You have raised a very valid concern. As per Drug Price Control Order (DPCO), 2013 and guidelines under the Essential Commodities Act, charging excessive profit margins (400–1450%) on medical devices by private hospitals or pharmacies is unethical and potentially illegal, especially if the device falls under price-controlled medical equipment notified by the National Pharmaceutical Pricing Authority (NPPA). Legal Remedy: 1. File a Complaint with: NPPA nppaindia nic in site with your proofs (bills, MRP, purchase price). State Drug Control Authority. Consumer Court for unfair trade practice. Write to District Collector or Health Department. 2. RTI Application: To know price control status of specific devices. 3. Public Interest Litigation (PIL): If many patients are affected, PIL in High Court can be filed. We can help draft legal complaints or PILs. Contact: Rajendra Law Office LLP (Adv. Arjun Saravanan) for support

Advocate Arjun S LawRato