The Ministry of National Health Services has prohibited registered clinics in Islamabad from selling medicines without a valid drug sale licence.
The decision follows a Constitutional Court ruling and targets unauthorised medicine sales across the federal capital. Health authorities have also ordered action against illegal medical stores and pharmacies operating in Islamabad.
Authorities Order Action Against Clinics
The Islamabad Health Department issued a letter to the Pakistan Medical and Dental Council, Islamabad Healthcare Regulatory Authority and District Health Officer.
According to the letter, clinics must hold a valid drug sale licence before selling medicines. Licensed clinics can only sell medicines within prescribed limits, while unlicensed sales constitute an offence.
Furthermore, authorities instructed officials to take action against individuals involved in unauthorised medicine sales at clinics. Registered doctors must obtain the required licences, while distributors must stop supplying medicines to unauthorised pharmacies operating within clinics.
Strict Monitoring Ordered Across Capital
The department directed pharmacy services and drug control teams to enforce the new orders. Officials will also take action against clinics and other outlets that sell medicines without the required licences.
Meanwhile, authorities have ordered strict monitoring of registered clinics, medical stores and pharmacies across Islamabad. The move aims to ensure compliance with drug-sale regulations and prevent unauthorised medicine outlets from operating in the capital.
The latest directive places greater responsibility on clinic owners, doctors, distributors and regulatory teams. Authorities are expected to monitor compliance and act against violations under the applicable drug regulations.
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