Q. With reference to Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) consider the following statements:
1.These are a set of guidelines that prioritize speed and cost-cutting measures in the production of pharmaceuticals, often compromising product quality and safety.
2.The primary objective of GMP is to minimize the risks inherent in the production and to guarantee that the final products are safe for consumers and meet their intended use.
Select the correct statements using the codes given below:
Answer: B
Notes:
Explanation –
Statement 1 is incorrect. GMP is the aspect of quality assurance that ensures that medicinal products are consistently produced and controlled to the quality standards appropriate to their intended use and as required by the product specification.
Statement 2 is correct. The primary objective of GMP is to minimize the risks inherent in the production and to guarantee that the final products are safe for consumers and meet their intended use.
Source: ForumIAS
