This service allows pharmaceutical establishments to apply for a certificate of destruction of expired or unusable medication, in accordance with approved safety procedures.
Required Documents:
- An official letter from the Medical Facility Director addressed to the Health Regulation Department, stating the purpose of the request.
Service Output:
- Approval letter to Discard Medication/ Discard Controlled and Semi-Controlled Medication.
Service Fees:
- 100AED fee for the disposal of controlled medications.
Service Duration:
- 2 working days.
Service Delivery Channels:
- Through Sharjah Health Authority's official website.
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Frequently Asked Questions:
Is an inspection required before disposing of medications?
Yes. Controlled and semi-controlled medications must be inspected and disposed of properly.
What happens after the inspection?
- If approved, disposal is done by authorized entities.
- A destruction certificate or report is given and must be submitted to SHA.