Court Rejects PIL To Mandate Medical Professionals To Specify Risks Associated With Drugs: Delhi High Court

In a recent judgment, the Delhi High Court has addressed a crucial issue concerning medical practices in India. Under the purview of the Drugs and Cosmetics Act, 1945, the court deliberated on whether medical professionals should mandatorily inform patients about the potential risks and side effects of prescribed medications. The Case: Mr. Jacob Vadakkanchery filed a Public Interest Litigation (PIL) represented by Advocates Mr. Prashant Bhushan and Mr. Anurag Tiwary.…