Health Ministry expands QR code-based drug traceability to vaccines, antimicrobials, and cancer medicines (opens original article in a new tab)

The Union Health Ministry has expanded QR code-based drug traceability to include vaccines, antimicrobials, and cancer medicines, requiring manufacturers to print QR codes on packaging for product authentication and improved supply chain oversight.

• Union Health Ministry expands QR code-based drug traceability to vaccines, antimicrobials, and cancer medicines
• Manufacturers must print QR codes on primary or secondary packaging with product details for authentication
• Amendment includes vaccines, narcotic drugs, and anti-cancer medicines under Schedule H2 with compliance deadlines of July 1, 2027, and July 1, 2028