The National Health Commission (NHC) of China, in collaboration with four other bureaus, has released the “Implementation Plan for Saving Drug Resources and Curbing Drug Waste,” an initiative aimed at streamlining measures across drug production, clinical medication, distribution, public education, waste management, and organizational enforcement.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Promoting Prudent Drug Packaging and Usage<\/strong>
The plan advocates for appropriate drug packaging to minimize waste, guiding companies to determine packaging sizes based on clinical needs and the duration of treatment. It also aims to strengthen clinical medication management, The plan prohibits prescribing without medical indication and issuing commissions under the guidance of medical practice at a 7-day supply under normal circumstances, and a 3-day supply for emergencies, extendable to 12 weeks for chronic conditions Pharmacists are to accurately dispense medication as prescribed and provide drug disassembly and dispensing services to reduce waste and improve patient convenience.<\/p>\n\n\n\n