REVIEW ON: WASTE MATERIAL MANAGEMENT IN PHARMACEUTICAL INDUSTRY Review Article

Pharmaceutical waste is a form of medical waste that includes unused medications, over-the-counter personal care products, and sometimes accessories such as sharps, used test strips, and other supplies. It is a cause for concern because it poses a threat to human and environmental health. Because of the dangers, pharmaceutical waste cannot be disposed of like conventional waste and requires special handling, whether it comes from a hospital, clinic, pharmacy, or private household. There are several concerns with the management of pharmaceutical waste. In this paper we included types of waste, regulatory bodies involved in management of waste material and waste management strategy. Some drugs contain heavy metals, endocrine disruptors, and other compounds that are dangerous for animals and the environment. There is also a risk that poorly controlled waste could end up in the hands of people who misuse the medications. In order to safely handle and dispose of waste it is necessary to understand the specific hazards of the waste product, and the ability of a given disposal technique to manage them.