More Information on Ban in India on Cisapride, Phenylpropanolamine and Nimesulide

The ban in India on cisapride, phenylpropanolamine and nimesulide started in January 2011 and was finalized in October 2011.  The ban on cisapride was for HUMAN use and does not mention animals. Here are the links to the official Indian documents: 

To view the list of drugs banned by India click here and scroll down to find cisapride at number 63.

To view the National communication of ban (effective date of ban) click here.

Those in the veterinary world are still very hopeful that the Indian government will consider allowing production for animal use. 

India No Longer Making Cisapride

Cisapride, while banned for use in humans, is a commonly used and valuable drug used for animals.  The country of India previously made Cisapride; however, their government has shut down production for human safety reasons.  Several organizations have petitioned the Indian government to reconsider.  Here is the letter that the Society of Veterinary Hospital Pharmacists wrote to the Indian government petitioning them to reconsider.  Click here.


Special thanks to Gigi S. Davidson for bringing this issue to the author's attention.