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Scientists identify potential drug candidate against COVID-19
Ebselen is used to treat multiple diseases, including bipolar disorders and hearing lossResearchers said several clinical trials have proven its safety for use in humans
2 min read15 Aug 2020New coronavirus cure could be days away, says White House Chief of Staff
Meadows spent the weekend working with Republicans senators to draft a stimulus bill to offset the economic impact of the coronavirus pandemicWe’re hopeful that, with some of the breakthrough technology on therapeutics, that we will be able to announce some new therapies in the coming days, he said
1 min read27 Jul 2020Cipla set to launch Favipiravir drug for treatment of Covid-19 patients
An off-patent anti-viral drug, Favipiravir, originally discovered by Fuji Pharma in Japan, has shown promise in clinical trials for treatment of Covid-19 patients, especially in mild and moderate cases
1 min read23 Jul 2020Remdesivir, dexamethasone, hydroxychloroquine: New studies clarify what drugs help, hurt for Covid-19 treatment
Two studies found that the malaria drug hydroxychloroquine does not help people with only mild symptomsHere are highlights of recent treatment developments
3 min read19 Jul 2020DCGI asks NPPA to be vigilant on black-marketing, overpricing of remdesivir
Social media platform Local Circles in a letter said it had received many posts and comments from across the country about black marketing and overpricing of the drugIt also conducted a survey, wherein 93% of 8,329 said that the authorities should act against black marketing of the crucial intravenous drug
2 min read7 Jul 2020Covid-19 Pharma major Mylan gets nod to make remdesivir for 'restricted emergency use'
Written informed consent of each patient is required before the use of the drug while active post-marketing surveillance data and reporting of serious adverse events have to be submitted
1 min read2 Jul 2020Donald Trump administration signs up new company to make Covid-19 drugs in US
The US Department of Health and Human Services said it had awarded a four-year contract to Phlow Corp to make Covid-19 drugsThe contract - which is for generic drugs can be extended to a total of $812 million over 10 years
2 min read20 May 2020Government lifts restrictions on exports of key drugs
India last month banned exports of 16 drugs, including hydroxychloroquine and paracetamolPresident Trump had sought the lifting of the embargo placed on hydroxychloroquine exports to the US
1 min read8 Apr 2020Popular Topics
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The Union Budget contains details about the estimated receipts and the expenditure of the government for a particular fiscal year. The Budget is allotted for the upcoming fiscal year, which runs from 1st April to 31st March of the next year. Here is a quick guide on how the Union Budget is prepared