DCA Raids Quack Clinic in Hanumakonda; Drugs Worth ₹35,000 Seized

Hanumakonda: The Drug Control Administration (DCA) on Saturday raided a quack clinic allegedly operating at Shayampet in Hanumakonda district and seized medicines worth ₹35,000.

Officials said that the clinic, operating under the name “First Aid Clinic”, was run by Racharla Prabhakar, who was reportedly unqualified to practice medicine.

During the raid, authorities seized approximately 30 types of medicines, including doctor’s samples and medicines marked for institutional supply. Also in stock were antibiotics, steroids and Tramadol injections.

DCA officials warned that the indiscriminate sale and administration of such drugs by unskilled individuals could contribute to Antimicrobial Resistance (AMR), a growing public health threat that reduces the effectiveness of life-saving antibiotics.

The ministry warned the public against seeking treatment from unqualified practitioners and advised patients to verify the credentials of medical professionals before starting treatment.