2) Price Monitoring and Resource Unit (PMRU) Flashcards
1
Q
Context ?
A
J&K becomes the 12th State/UT where PMRU has been setup
2
Q
Who established it ?
A
National Pharmaceutical Pricing Authority (NPPA)
3
Q
What is PMRU ?
A
It is a registered society that functions under direct control and supervision of State Drug Controller of respective states
4
Q
Who funds it ?
A
NPPA - for all recurring and non recurring expenses
5
Q
Functions ?
A
1) Help NPPA and State Drug controller in ensuring availability and accessibility of medicines at affordable prices
2) Organise seminar and training programs and other activities
3) Collect samples of medicines, analyse data and make reports regarding over pricing o medicines to take action under Drug Price Control Order (DPCO)