NTEP State Drug Store [SDS] Structure and Functions

Each state needs to have one fully operational State Drug Store (SDS) for every 5 crores of population. In larger states/difficult terrain, more than one SDS can be established as per National Tuberculosis (TB) Elimination Program (NTEP) guidelines.

It is responsible for effective management of medicines and other logistics and ensuring uninterrupted supply of good quality 1st & 2nd line anti-TB medicines for adult and paediatric patients.

Structure and Human Resource: In most of the states, NTEP SDS is part of state TB cell. However, few states have more than one SDS. The SDS Pharmacist under overall guidance of State TB officer is responsible for procurement and supply chain management activities at state/SDS level. Available human resources at SDS include:

• 1 Pharmacist cum Storekeeper
• 1 Store Assistant (additional post if >1800 second-line monthly boxes preparation per month).

Resources

• Standard Operating Procedures Manual for State Drug Stores

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