Running a blood bank comes with serious responsibilities. Beyond collecting and storing blood, you're also expected to follow strict rules to keep everything safe, traceable, and accountable. One of the most important sets of rules you need to follow in India is the Drugs & Cosmetics Act.
Whether you're already running a blood bank or planning to start one, compliance with this law is non-negotiable. Thankfully, with a system like RAKT, staying compliant doesn’t have to be overwhelming. In this blog, we’ll break down what the Act means, why it matters, and how RAKT can help you meet every requirement with ease.
The Drugs & Cosmetics Act of 1940 is the law that regulates how drugs, medical devices, and biological products like blood are manufactured, stored, and distributed in India. For blood banks specifically, this law ensures that all operations—from donor screening to blood storage and transfusion—are done safely and ethically.
Here’s what the Act requires from blood banks:
It’s a lot to manage, and non-compliance can result in serious consequences, including suspension of operations.
Let’s face it—staying compliant can be difficult, especially if your processes are still manual or outdated. Some common challenges blood banks face include:
These challenges not only risk your compliance status but can also impact patient safety.
This is where RAKT makes a huge difference. It’s a complete blood bank management system built with Indian regulations in mind—including the Drugs & Cosmetics Act. Here’s how RAKT helps you stay compliant:
Forget paper trails. RAKT securely stores all donor details, blood inventory data, transfusion records, and more—making your records audit-ready at all times.
Know exactly what’s in stock, which units are about to expire, and whether storage conditions meet the standards. Get alerts before issues arise.
With just a few clicks, generate reports required by law, such as Form 27D, 28C, and others. These are automatically formatted and ready for submission to the authorities.
RAKT warns you of potential compliance issues—like missing donor information or improperly labeled units—before they become real problems.
Track every staff action—who updated inventory, who performed testing, and who issued which unit. This makes audits smooth and builds accountability.
One of the core goals of the Drugs & Cosmetics Act is traceability—knowing exactly where each unit of blood came from and where it went. RAKT helps you achieve full traceability effortlessly.
Every unit is tagged and tracked throughout its journey—from donor registration to testing, storage, issue, and transfusion. If an adverse event ever occurs, you’ll be able to trace the source immediately, saving time and potentially saving lives.
Here’s a quick example:
A donor gives blood on July 1st. The unit is tested, stored under controlled conditions, and issued on July 5th to a recipient. With RAKT, every step—from collection to transfusion—is logged, timestamped, and traceable.
No one enjoys surprise inspections—but with RAKT, you’ll always be ready. The platform keeps your data organized and up to date, with easy-to-download reports and dashboards that inspectors love.
You can:
This means less stress, more confidence, and quicker clearance during audits.
While this blog focuses on the Drugs & Cosmetics Act, it’s worth mentioning that RAKT also supports NABH (National Accreditation Board for Hospitals) and NBTC (National Blood Transfusion Council) guidelines.
Instead of juggling different checklists, RAKT brings all regulatory requirements into one place—making your operations not just compliant but also efficient and transparent.
Compliance with the Drugs & Cosmetics Act isn’t just about ticking boxes—it’s about building trust, ensuring safety, and running a reliable blood bank. With RAKT, you don’t have to worry about paperwork, errors, or missed deadlines.
RAKT automates the hard parts and keeps your blood bank aligned with national standards—so you can focus on what truly matters: saving lives. Sign up now!
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