• A drug license is required to ensure compliance with regulations governing the pharmaceutical industry, including safety, efficacy, and quality standards.

• Various entities within the pharmaceutical industry require drug licenses, including manufacturers, wholesalers, distributors, retail pharmacies, research institutions, and healthcare facilities.

Required documents may include application forms, proof of identity, proof of address, business ownership documents, layout plans, quality control procedures, financial statements, and any other relevant information.

The time taken to obtain a drug license can vary depending on factors such as the jurisdiction, the type of license, the complexity of the application, and the workload of the regulatory authority.

• Drug licenses typically have a validity period, after which they need to be renewed. The renewal period varies depending on the jurisdiction and the type of license. Renewal is usually required annually or biennially.

Operating with an expired drug license is illegal and may result in penalties, fines, or suspension of business operations. It is essential to renew the license before it expires to avoid any interruption in business activities.

In most cases, drug licenses are non-transferable and are issued to specific individuals or entities. If ownership or control of a pharmaceutical business changes, a new application for a drug license may be required.