A wholesale drug licence, issued in Forms 20B and 21B by the State Drugs Control Department, allows sale of medicines to retailers, hospitals and other licensees. It requires suitable premises and storage and a competent person, either a registered pharmacist or a person meeting prescribed education and experience criteria in dealing with drugs.
Competent person
A registered pharmacist, or a graduate or matriculate with prescribed experience in drug dealing.
Premises and storage
Minimum area, cold storage and proper racking.
Process
- Apply online.
- Upload documents.
- Inspection.
- Licence grant.
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Sell only to licensed parties, keep invoices with batch details, and follow cold chain.
Frequently asked questions
Can a wholesaler sell to consumers?
No. Retail sale needs a retail licence.
Can one premises have both licences?
Yes, with combined area and staff requirements.
Is GDP compliance required?
Good distribution practices are increasingly expected.
How long does it take?
Commonly a few weeks.
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