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New Delhi : In a significant decision by the Union Government, National Pharmaceutical Pricing Authority (NPPA) exercising extraordinary powers in public interest, had capped the Trade Margin vide notification dated July 13, 2021, for five Medical Devices.
They are:
- Pulse Oximeter,
- Blood Pressure Monitoring Machine,
- Nebulizer,
- Digital Thermometer, and
- Glucometer.
The margin was capped up to 70% on Price to Distributor (PTD) level. Pursuant there to, a total of 684 products/brands of these medical devices have reported as on July 23, 2021, and 620 products/brands (91%) have reported downward revision of MRP, according to a PIB release. The maximum downward revision has been reported by imported brand of Pulse Oximeter, showing reduction of Rs 2,95,375 per unit.
The downward revision of MRP has been reported by imported and domestic brands across all the categories. The highest reduction in prices for Pulse Oximeters, Blood Pressure Monitoring Machine and Nebulizer has been reported by importers, according to a PIB release.
The revised MRP effective from July 20, 2021, on all the brands and specifications has been shared with the State Drug Controllers for strict monitoring and enforcement. The relevant instructions are available on NPPA’s website (www.nppa.gov.in). In order to monitor availability, the manufacturers / importers of these medical devices have been directed to submit quarterly stock details.
This significant move has received support from Industry Associations like FICCI, AdvaMed, and AMCHAM.