Import unapproved medicine into Uganda

Importing medicines into Uganda

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Okuyingiza Eddagala ery'obwannannyini mu Uganda nga tukozesa National Drug Policy and Authority Act (1993)

Mu Uganda, National Drug Policy and Authority Act (1993) y'eteka amateeka agafuga okuyingiza, okufulumya, n'okukozesa eddagala mu ggwanga. Omuntu ayagala okuyingiza eddagala ery'obwannannyini mu ggwanga, naddala eddagala eritali ku mutindiro mu Uganda oba eritaliwo, era lya kuwonya obulamu, alina okugoberera ebisanyizo eby'enjawulo okusobola okugituukiriza.

Ebisanyizo Ebirina Okugobererwa

Okufuna ebbaluwa ya ddoopa: Omuntu alina okufuna ebbaluwa okuva eri omusawo omutendeke mu Uganda nga emulagira nti eddagala eryo lyetaagisa mu buwangwa bw'obulamu bwe, era nga teri ddala lya mu ggwanga lisobola kumusikira.
Okufuna olukusa okuva mu National Drug Authority (NDA): Olw'okuba eddagala teri ku mutindo mu Uganda, omuntu alina okuwaayo okusaba okuwandiikiddwa eri NDA okusobola okufuna olukusa olw'okuyingiza eddagala eryo mu ggwanga.
Okukakasa nti eddagala lya kuwonya obulamu: Eddagala lirina okuba nga liri ku koodi ya kuwonya obulamu, nga teri ddaala lya mu Uganda lisobola kumusikira, era nga lirina obujulizi obumala okusagira ekyo.
Okugoberera ebikwata ku kuyingiza ebintu mu ggwanga: Omuntu alina okugoberera amateeka agafuga okuyingiza ebintu mu ggwanga nga bwe galambikiddwa Uganda Revenue Authority (URA), nga mw'otwalidde n'okulanga eddagala ku nsalo.
Okukakasa obutebenkevu bw'eddagala: Eddagala lirina okuyingizibwa nga likakasiddwa nti lituufu era likyasobola okukola bulungi, nga liri mu bipapula byalyo eby'obulamu era nga teriwaanguddwa.

Enkola y'Okusaba Olukusa okuva mu NDA

Okusaba okusobola okufuna olukusa okuva mu NDA kulina okubaamu ebintu bino wammanga:

Amannya g'omusaba n'obudde bwe: Bino birimu ennamba z'omuntu ng'ebyapa bya Nation Identity oba Passport.
Ennyanjula y'eddagala: Amannya g'eddagala eryo, amannya ag'ekika (generic name) n'amannya ag'obusuubuzi (brand name), wamu n'amaanyi g'eddagala (strength) n'omutindo (dosage form).
Obukulu bw'eddagala: Obungi bw'eddagala ly'oyagala okuyingiza, okusobola okukakasa nti lya ku bwannannyini era tolina kigendererwa kyakulitunda.
Ebbaluwa ya ddoopa: Ebbaluwa okuva eri omusawo omutendeke mu Uganda ng'alaga ekyetaago ky'eddagala eryo, nga teri lingi erisobola kumusikira.
Okukakasa okwa medaamuako: Obujulizi obulaga nti eddagala lino likirizibwa mu nsi endala, nga likozesebwa mu ngeri entuufu.

Okusaba kuno kusobola okweerezebwa eri NDA nga okuyita ku nyonyi oba okusindika email ku mukutu gwaabwe ogwa [email protected], oba nga weekebejja ku mutimbagano gwaabwe ogwa www.nda.or.ug.

Okugoberera Ebikwata ku Uganda Revenue Authority (URA)

Okuyingiza ebintu mu Uganda kirina okugoberera amateeka agaweereddwa URA. Omuntu alina:

Okulanga eddagala ku nsalo: Omuntu alina okuyita mu lugenda olw'obwanannyini nga atuggyako eddagala mu nsawo ze okw avoidinga okusangibwa nga alina ebintu ebitalinnya.
Okuleeta ebiwandiiko byonna ebikwata ku ddagala: Kino kirimu olukusa okuva mu NDA, ebbaluwa ya ddoopa, n'ebiwandiiko ebirala ebyetaagisa.
Okusasula omusolo ogunaaba gukakataamu: Singa waliwo omusolo ogwetaagisa okusasulwa, olina gukusasula okusinziira ku mateeka ga URA.

Okukakasa Obutebenkevu bw'Eddagala

Eddagala lirina okukwatirwa ku mutindo n'obutebenkevu obulambikiddwa. Kino kitegeeza:

Okuterekebwa mu ngeri entuufu: Eddagala lirina okuterekebwa mu bukiika obulambikiddwa, nga lyewalidde ebbugumu oba obunnyogovu obusukkiridde.
Okuyambibwako ekkampuni etegeerekese: Mu kusindika eddagala, kirungi okweyambisa ekkampuni ezimanyiddwa mu by'okutwala ebintu eby'obulamu okuziyiza okubulirizibwa oba okunafuya eddagala.

Okufuna Obuyambi mu Nteekateeka Yonna

Singa weesanga ng'olina ebibuuzo oba obwetaavu bw'amagezi agawaggulu, osobola okutunulira:

National Drug Authority (NDA): Bakuyamba ku nsonga zonna ezikwata ku ddagala, enkola y'okuyingiza, n'ebirala.
Ministry of Health Uganda: Bakubangula ku by'obulamu n'amateeka agafuga eby'obulamu mu ggwanga.
Uganda Legal Information Institute (ULII): Wano osobola okufuna amateeka n'ebiragiro ebikwata ku nsonga z'eddagala.

Okukuuma Obulamu n'Obutebenkevu bw'Eddagala mu Uganda

Okusinziira ku National Drug Policy and Authority Act (1993), ensonga yonna ey'okuyingiza eddagala mu ggwanga erina okukolebwa nga eyimiridde ku mutindo. Kino kikolebwa okusobola okukuuma obulamu bw'abantu, okuziyiza eddagala eritagwanira okutuuka mu mikono gy'abantu, n'okukakasa nti eddagala liri ku mutindo ogugwanidde.

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English version

Importing Personal Medicine into Uganda under the National Drug Policy and Authority Act (1993)

In Uganda, the National Drug Policy and Authority Act (1993) regulates the importation, exportation, and use of medicines within the country. An individual wishing to import medicine for personal use, especially if the medicine is unapproved or unavailable in Uganda and is life-saving, must adhere to specific requirements to comply with the law.

Requirements to be Followed

Obtain a Prescription from a Licensed Medical Practitioner: The individual must acquire a prescription from a licensed medical practitioner in Uganda, confirming that the medicine is necessary for their health and that no alternative treatments are available domestically.
Obtain Approval from the National Drug Authority (NDA): Since the medicine is unregistered in Uganda, the individual must submit a formal application to the NDA to receive permission to import the medicine.
Ensure the Medicine is Life-Saving: The medicine must be proven to be essential for saving life, with sufficient evidence provided to support this claim.
Comply with Importation Regulations: The individual must follow the importation laws as stipulated by the Uganda Revenue Authority (URA), including declaring the medicine at the border.
Verify the Medicine's Integrity: The medicine must be authentic and in good condition, packaged appropriately, and not expired.

Application Process to the NDA

The application to obtain approval from the NDA should include the following:

Applicant's Full Name and Details: Including national identification such as National ID or Passport numbers.
Description of the Medicine: Including the generic and brand names, strength, and dosage form of the medicine.
Quantity of the Medicine: The amount to be imported should be for personal use only, indicating no intent for resale.
Prescription from a Licensed Medical Practitioner: A letter or prescription from a qualified doctor in Uganda, stating the necessity of the medicine and the lack of local alternatives.
Proof of International Approval: Evidence that the medicine is approved in other countries and is being used appropriately.

This application can be submitted to the NDA via courier or emailed to their official address at [email protected], or by visiting their website at www.nda.or.ug.

Compliance with Uganda Revenue Authority (URA)

Importation into Uganda must comply with URA's regulations. The individual should:

Declare the Medicine at the Border: Pass through the designated channels at the point of entry to avoid any illegal concealment.
Present All Relevant Documentation: Including NDA approval, prescription, and any other required documents.
Pay Applicable Duties and Taxes: If any taxes or duties apply, the individual must pay them as per URA's guidelines.

Ensuring the Medicine's Safety

The medicine must meet safety and quality standards. This entails:

Proper Storage Conditions: The medicine should be stored under appropriate conditions, avoiding extreme temperatures that may compromise its efficacy.
Using Reputable Shipping Services: Engage carriers experienced in handling pharmaceutical products to prevent damage or loss during transit.

Assistance Throughout the Process

If additional guidance is needed, individuals can consult:

National Drug Authority (NDA): For queries related to medicine regulation, importation procedures, and approvals.
Ministry of Health Uganda: For health-related information and policies in Uganda.
Uganda Legal Information Institute (ULII): Access to laws and legal guidelines relevant to the matter.

Protecting Health and Medicine Safety in Uganda

Under the National Drug Policy and Authority Act (1993), any importation of medicine into the country must adhere to established standards. This is to ensure the health and safety of the public by preventing the circulation of counterfeit or substandard medicines and ensuring all medicines meet the required quality.

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