Schedule H1 explained: Why did India tighten its prescription rules for high-alcohol medicines?

Schedule H1 Explained: High-alcohol oral medicines now require a doctor's prescription under Schedule H1. This stricter classification mandates detailed sales records for pharmacies. The government aims to prevent misuse and diversion of these potent preparations. Previously exempt alcohol-based tonics face new licensing and prescription rules. Patients will need valid prescriptions for these medicines moving forward.