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The Indian government's drug regulatory body, the Central Drugs Standard Control Organisation (CDSCO), is considering stricter controls on hormonal contraceptives, including emergency pills. They've assembled a specialized panel of experts to determine if these medications should be reclassified as prescription-only. This move has sparked debate among healthcare professionals.
Some experts believe restricting access would curb potential misuse and abuse of these drugs. Conversely, others warn that making these contraceptives harder to obtain could result in a surge in unsafe, illegal abortions and a rise in unintended pregnancies. Essentially, the core of the issue is balancing the potential for misuse against the crucial need for accessible reproductive healthcare.