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National Pharmacovigilance Programme for ASU&H Drugs

Ministry of Ayush central surveillance initiative coordinated by All India Institute of Ayurveda to monitor, evaluate, and report adverse drug reactions (ADRs) of Ayurvedic, Siddha, Unani, and Homeopathy drugs.

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Official Nodal Portal:aiia.gov.in
Government Levelcentral Government
Administering BodyMinistry of Ayush
Beneficiary Sector
Applicable Jurisdiction
All India

₹Benefits & Entitlement Breakdown

Nationwide network of 1 National Pharmacovigilance Centre (NPvC), 5 Intermediary Pharmacovigilance Centres (IPvCs), and 99 Peripheral Pharmacovigilance Centres (PPvCs) ensuring safety and quality of Ayush drugs. Systematic collection and clinical causality assessment of Adverse Drug Reactions (ADRs), detection of misleading medical advertisements, and curbing adulterated ASU&H products.

📊Budget Allocation & Beneficiary Reach

Fiscal Budget Allocation

Central Sector component funded under Ministry of Ayush quality assurance budget

Official Budget Document ↗
Verified Beneficiary Reach

Network of 99+ Pharmacovigilance Centres safeguarding over 10 crore consumers of Ayush medications

As of: 2026-01-31PIB / Official Citation ↗

Verified Eligibility Criteria

Age Requirement:No specific age restriction
Annual Family Income Ceiling:No gross income ceiling specified
Target Occupations:all
Eligible Gender:all
Social Category / Reservation:all
Specific Operational Conditions & Exclusions:

All patients, Ayush practitioners, medical officers, pharmacists, and general public reporting suspected adverse reactions to ASU&H drugs.

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Required Documents Checklist

Verify readiness before applying for National Pharmacovigilance Programme for ASU&H Drugs. Check off your papers or print this list before visiting your local CSC / Cyber Cafe.

Mandatory Documents(1)

Check off as ready

Supporting / Optional Documents(1)

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Application Effort & Process Friction

Readiness assessment derived from official prerequisites, mandatory documentation, and submission channels.

Moderate Process (2/10)
•Hybrid process (online application + physical verification)
•1 mandatory document required

Effort scores reflect portal accessibility, mandatory document burden, and physical verification requirements.

How to Apply

🌐 Online Portal Route
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Government Application Safety Advisory:Application for this welfare program is processed exclusively on official government infrastructure (aiia.gov.in). Never pay registration charges or advance processing fees to unauthorized third-party agents. Central and State welfare scheme applications do not require paying private intermediaries.
  1. 1

    Healthcare practitioners, researchers, or consumers observe any suspected adverse effect from an Ayurvedic, Siddha, Unani, or Homeopathic medicine.

  2. 2

    Download suspected ADR reporting form from ayushsuraksha.com or aiia.gov.in.

  3. 3

    Record batch number, manufacturer, dosage, and clinical symptoms.

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    Submit report online or submit physically to the nearest Peripheral Pharmacovigilance Centre (PPvC).

  5. 5

    Clinical causality assessment team evaluates data; safety advisories are issued by National Pharmacovigilance Centre.

✅Before You Begin — Pre-Application Checklist

✓Ensure Aadhaar is linked with active mobile number
✓Bank account is NPCI-mapped (Aadhaar-seeded) for DBT
✓Check if you already receive a similar Central scheme benefit
✓Keep documents ready: income/caste/domicile certificates as applicable

⚠️Common Rejection Reasons — Avoid These

Non-medicinal administrative complaints unrelated to adverse drug events or misleading advertisements.

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Frequently Asked Questions (Officially Sourced)

Verified answers sourced directly from official circulars, gazettes, and portal FAQs. Never AI-invented.

What is the National Pharmacovigilance Centre for Ayush drugs?

The All India Institute of Ayurveda (AIIA), New Delhi functions as the National Pharmacovigilance Centre (NPvC) for coordination of safety data on ASU&H drugs.

Source: Official Scheme FAQ ↗

Can an individual consumer directly report an adverse reaction to an Ayurvedic medicine?

Yes, patients and consumers can report any unexpected side effect or allergic reaction directly to the nearest Peripheral Pharmacovigilance Centre or online.

Source: Official Scheme FAQ ↗

Does the programme address misleading advertisements?

Yes, surveillance centers also monitor and report misleading or exaggerated claims made by proprietary ASU&H drug manufacturers.

Source: Official Scheme FAQ ↗

Who is eligible to apply for National Pharmacovigilance Programme for ASU&H Drugs?

Eligible applicants must satisfy official government criteria for National Pharmacovigilance Programme for ASU&H Drugs. Conditions: All patients, Ayush practitioners, medical officers, pharmacists, and general public reporting suspected adverse reactions to ASU&H drugs..

Source: Official Scheme FAQ ↗

Can I track my National Pharmacovigilance Programme for ASU&H Drugs application status?

Application status for National Pharmacovigilance Programme for ASU&H Drugs can typically be tracked through the official portal at aiia.gov.in using your Aadhaar number, application reference number, or registered mobile number. Alternatively, contact the scheme helpline or visit your nearest Common Service Centre (CSC).

What should I do if my National Pharmacovigilance Programme for ASU&H Drugs payment is delayed or rejected?

First, verify your Aadhaar-bank account seeding status on the NPCI mapper (npci.org.in). If seeding is confirmed and payment is still pending, register a complaint on the Central Public Grievance Redressal System at pgportal.gov.in. You may also file an RTI application at rtionline.gov.in to obtain official rejection reasons within 30 days.

Is there an income tax implication for receiving National Pharmacovigilance Programme for ASU&H Drugs benefits?

Agricultural income and certain welfare subsidies may be exempt from income tax under Section 10 of the Income Tax Act, 1961. Tax treatment varies by scheme type and beneficiary income level. Consult a certified tax practitioner or visit incometax.gov.in for scheme-specific tax guidance.

Common Rejection Reasons & Warnings

Non-medicinal administrative complaints unrelated to adverse drug events or misleading advertisements.

Editorial Verification & Change Log

Scheme verification and change history
DateFieldDescription / UpdateSource Citation
2026-10-18scheme_typecsOfficial Source ↗
2026-09-21initial_verificationBaseline verification of National Pharmacovigilance Programme for ASU&H drugs, AIIA apex center role, and ADR reporting protocols.Official Source ↗

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Scheme Intelligence

How is this calculated? ↗
Data ConfidenceFully Verified (95%)

Verified 7d ago from .gov.in source

Access FrictionModerate Process

Requires documentation or office visit

How to Apply🔀Online & In-Person
Scale & Impact
👥Network of 99+ Pharmacovigilance Centres safeguarding over 10 crore consumers of Ayush medications (as of 2026-01-31)
₹Central Sector component funded under Ministry of Ayush quality assurance budget budget allocation
📅Running since 2018
🔄2 verified updates — actively maintained

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📅Scheme Milestone Timeline

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Official Helpline & Nodal Offices

National Pharmacovigilance Centre, All India Institute of Ayurveda (AIIA)

Mathura Road, Gautampuri, Sarita Vihar, New Delhi, Delhi 110076

Helpline: 011-26950401

Jurisdiction: National (All-India)

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