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How to start a medical store in India

A medical store has steady, essential demand but strict licensing. Getting the compliance and stock right from the start is key. Here is how to open one.

Get the drug licence and pharmacist

A retail medical store needs a drug licence from the state drugs authority and a registered pharmacist. Sort the premises, qualifications and paperwork early, since selling medicines without a licence is illegal.

Set up premises and storage

You need a clean shop of the required minimum area, with proper storage and refrigeration for medicines that need it. Correct storage protects the stock and is a licensing requirement.

Source from authorised distributors

Buy from authorised pharmaceutical distributors for genuine stock, and manage batches and expiry carefully. Reliable supply of common medicines is what builds a loyal local customer base.

Bill with batch and expiry tracking

Use billing software that tracks batch numbers and expiry, handles GST, and manages any credit. Note that many medicines are taxed at 5 percent GST under GST 2.0, so bill at the correct rate.

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