NPPA panel fixes retail price of Diclofenac transdermal patch marketed by Hetero Healthcare
New Delhi: Opining that the drug strength in the patch is to be considered for fixation of the retail price, the National Pharmaceutical Pricing Authority (NPPA) panel has fixed the retail price of each 37.5 sq. cm transdermal patch containing Diclofenac Diethylamine IP, manufactured by Azista Industries and marketed by Hetero Healthcare.
The retail price of each 37.5 sq. cm transdermal patch containing Diclofenac Diethylamine IP 100 mg for Azista Industries (manufacturer) and Hetero Healthcare (marketer) has been set at Rs. 31.25 per patch, excluding GST.
This recommendation came during the 38th meeting of the 'Multidisciplinary Committee of Experts' meeting, held on January 24, 2022, under the convenorship of Dr. Vinod Kotwal, Member Secretary, through video-conferencing.
Diclofenac is a phenylacetic acid derivative and a non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drug (NSAID). It acts by inhibiting cyclooxygenase (COX)-1 and-2, which are the enzymes responsible for producing prostaglandins (PGs). PGs contribute to inflammation and pain signalling. Diclofenac, like other NSAIDs, is often used as first line therapy for acute and chronic pain and inflammation from a variety of causes.
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