# CDSCO

- **Website:** <https://cdsco.gov.in>
- **Primary alias:** `cdsco.gov.in`

## Description

The Central Drugs Standard Control Organization (CDSCO) serves as the premier regulatory authority in India, administering key functions under the Drugs and Cosmetics Act. Established under the Ministry of Health and Family Welfare, CDSCO is dedicated to ensuring the safety, efficacy, and quality of drugs, cosmetics, and medical devices. With a robust infrastructure that includes six zonal offices, four sub-zonal offices, and multiple laboratories, CDSCO regulates drug imports, approves new drugs and clinical trials, and oversees licensing through its Central License Approving Authority. The organization plays a pivotal role in facilitating drug-related consultations via the Drugs Consultative Committee (DCC) and the Drugs Technical Advisory Board (DTAB). CDSCO also engages in guiding the approval process for medical devices, maintaining rigorous standards for clinical trial ethics, and disseminating essential advisories and notifications. Through its comprehensive efforts, CDSCO is committed to promoting public health and ensuring access to safe medical products across the country.

## Industries

- ⚖️ Law and Government
- ⚖️ Government _(under Law and Government)_
- ⛑ Health
- ⛑ Public Health and Safety _(under Health)_

## Logos & icons

- logo _(primary)_ — PNG — [download](https://cdn.brandfetch.io/idHxFVkI25/w/90/h/93/theme/light/logo.png?c=1bxid64Mup7aczewSAYMX&t=1790093840980)

## Colors

| Name | Hex | Theme |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Hopbush | #d772b0 | light |
| Matisse | #166290 | accent |
| Indochine | #b96004 | dark |

## Fonts

- Archivo Narrow — asset _(google)_
- var(--bs-font-sans-serif) — asset _(custom)_

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