Ayush Oushadhi Gunvatta evam Uttpadan Samvardhan Yojana (AOGUSY): Pharmacovigilance of ASU&H Drugs Including Surveillance of Misleading Advertisements
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Ayush Oushadhi Gunvatta evam Uttpadan Samvardhan Yojana (AOGUSY): Pharmacovigilance of ASU&H Drugs Including Surveillance of Misleading Advertisements in Kerala
Ayush Oushadhi Gunvatta evam Uttpadan Samvardhan Yojana (AOGUSY): Pharmacovigilance of ASU&H Drugs Including Surveillance of Misleading Advertisements is a government scheme available to eligible residents of Kerala.
Apply for Ayush Oushadhi Gunvatta evam Uttpadan Samvardhan Yojana (AOGUSY): Pharmacovigilance of ASU&H Drugs Including Surveillance of Misleading Advertisements in Kerala
Scheme Overview
The scheme-component aims to establish a robust safety monitoring and surveillance system for Ayurveda, Siddha, Unani and Homoeopathy (ASU&H) drugs and to monitor misleading advertisements related to Ayush medicines.
Eligibility Criteria
> **Eligible Organizations For Peripheral Pharmacovigilance Centres (PPvCs):**
- Ayush teaching hospitals recognized under NCISM/NCH Act, IMCC Act, HCC Act, or similar regulatory bodies.
- NABH accredited or Government ASU&H healthcare facilities and research council healthcare institutions.
- Institutions with technical competence and infrastructure for safety monitoring and reporting.
- Institutions with credible outcomes in similar projects are preferred.
- Institutions that previously received Central Government funding must have settled utilization certificates and no adverse remarks.
> **Eligible Organizations For Intermediary and National Centres:**
- Institutions designated by the Ministry of Ayush as National or Intermediary Pharmacovigilance Centres.
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Benefits
**Safety Monitoring and Public Health Protection:** Establishes a national system for monitoring adverse drug reactions of ASU&amp;H drugs. - **Surveillance of Misleading Advertisements:** Strengthens regulatory oversight to detect and act against misleading claims in Ayush drug advertisements. - **Capacity Building and Awareness:** Supports training programs, workshops, and awareness campaigns for practitioners and consumers. - **Financial Support for Pharmacovigilance Centres:** Provides recurring and non-recurring financial assistance to NPvCC, IPvCs, and PPvCs for manpower, IEC materials, and contingency expenses. - **Evidence-Based Regulatory Action:** Generates scientific evidence on drug safety to support regulatory decisions and policy formulation.
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Required Documents
| # | Document |
|---|---|
| 1 | Application form and concept note for participation as PPvC. |
| 2 | Undertaking to comply with pharmacovigilance norms and reporting requirements. |
| 3 | Details of existing infrastructure, manpower, and equipment. |
| 4 | Project proposal including objectives, action plan, milestones, and budget breakup. |
| 5 | Recommendation letter from the head of the institution. |
| 6 | Utilization certificates of previous Government-funded projects (if applicable). |
| 7 | Any other documents as required. |
How to Apply in Kerala
Step 1: Visit the Ayush NGO Portal.
Online Step 1: Visit the Ayush NGO Portal.
Step 2: Fill in all the mandatory details and upload the relevant documents.
Online Step 2: Fill in all the mandatory details and upload the relevant documents.
Step 3: Verify the captcha and click on "Register". If required, click "Cancel" to discard changes.
Online Step 3: Verify the captcha and click on "Register". If required, click "Cancel" to discard changes.
Step 1: Visit the Ayush NGO Portal.
Online Step 1: Visit the Ayush NGO Portal.
Step 2: Enter the registered email id, password.
Online Step 2: Enter the registered email id, password.
Step 3: Type the captcha and click on "Login".
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Common questions in Kerala
Who can apply for Ayush Oushadhi Gunvatta evam Uttpadan Samvardhan Yojana (AOGUSY): Pharmacovigilance of ASU&H Drugs Including Surveillance of Misleading Advertisements in Kerala?
Eligible residents of Kerala who meet the scheme’s overall criteria can apply for Ayush Oushadhi Gunvatta evam Uttpadan Samvardhan Yojana (AOGUSY): Pharmacovigilance of ASU&H Drugs Including Surveillance of Misleading Advertisements. Refer to the eligibility section above for the complete checklist.
What documents are required for Ayush Oushadhi Gunvatta evam Uttpadan Samvardhan Yojana (AOGUSY): Pharmacovigilance of ASU&H Drugs Including Surveillance of Misleading Advertisements in Kerala?
Applicants in Kerala typically need identity proof (Aadhaar), state residency proof, bank account details, and any scheme-specific documents listed in the documents section.
Frequently Asked Questions
The component aims to establish a national safety monitoring system and surveillance mechanism for misleading advertisements related to ASU&H drugs. <br>