Here is a list of all important
Pharmaceutical Associations in India with an introduction to their vision,
mission and objectives. The details about all pharma associations let the
readers know about how they can be helpful to the pharmaceutical companies
and the drugs manufacturers in India. All contact details about these
associations including their address, phone number, fax and email have been
provided along with their website address so that anyone interested in
knowing more about the pharma associations may do so and become their
members if desired.
Indian Drug Manufacturers Association
(IDMA)

Indian Drug Manufacturers Association (IDMA), formed in 1961, works
for Indian drug manufacturers' interests apart from protecting the interest
of Indian consumer. It takes up policy issues related to implementation of
the Drugs Cosmetics Rules with Central or State levels authorities. It has a
membership of over 600 Indian pharmaceutical companies. It has many
publications including IDMA Bulletin; Indian Drugs; IDMA Annual Publication;
Indian Herbal Pharmacopoeia; IDMA-APA Forum - for professional
Pharmaceutical Analysts; IDMA-PEG Newsletter - for Pharmaceutical Engineers;
and Technical Monographs - Guidelines on standards in manufacture. IDMA has
also instituted many awards for excellence in various fields of
pharmaceuticals including patents, research and outstanding and young
Contact Address: 102-B, Poonam Chambers,
Dr.A.B.Road Worli, Mumbai - 400 018.
Phone: +91 - 22 - 2494 4624 / 2497 4308
Fax: +91 - 22 - 24950723
E mail: idma1@idmaindia.com,
ppr@idmaindia.com
Url : http://www.idma-assn.org/
The Organisation of Pharmaceutical
Producers of India (OPPI)

The Organisation of Pharmaceutical Producers of India (OPPI) was established
in 1965 as a premier association of research based international and large
pharmaceutical companies in India. It is also a scientific and professional
body. The mission of OPPI is to contribute towards achieving health care
objectives of the nation while professionally addressing the collective
interests of its members and encouraging innovation for inclusive growth. It
caters to the needs of Research based Pharmaceutical Industry. OPPI is an
active member of International Federation of Pharmaceutical Manufacturers
Associations (IFPMA), Geneva. It has many publications including reports,
codes, guidelines on pharmaceutical products and specific subject based
publications like 'Outsourcing Opportunities in Indian Pharmaceutical
Industry,' 'Corporate Social Responsibility of Pharmaceutical Companies in
India' etc.
Contact Address: Peninsula Chambers, Ground Floor,
Ganpatrao Kadam Marg, Lower Parel, Mumbai 400 013.
Phone: +91 22 24918123, 24912486, 66627007
Fax: +91 22 24915168
E mail: indiaoppi@vsnl.com
Url : http://www.indiaoppi.com/
The Bulk Drug Manufacturers Association
(BDMA)

The Bulk Drug Manufacturers Association (India), formed in 1991, is an all
India body representing all the Bulk Drug Manufacturers of India. BDMA is a
catalyst between the government and the industry on various issues for the
growth of pharmaceutical drugs industry. It conducts periodical seminars on
current technical topics; provides a platform for discussion among the
member industries on various subjects concerning the Bulk Drug Industry;
encourages innovations and make known the nature and merits of inventions;
formulates methods for developing indigenous as well as export market for
Bulk Drugs manufactured in India. BDMA publishes a monthly newsletter with
information on day to day matters, articles from the eminent personalities,
gadget notifications and other important information pertaining to
pharmaceutical industry.
Contact Address: C-25, Industrial Estate, Sanath
Nagar, Hyderabad 500018
Phone: 040 - 23703910/23706718
Fax: 040-23704804
E mail: info@bdmai.org
Url : http://www.bdmai.org/index.html
The Confederation of Indian Pharmaceutical
Industry (SSI)

The Confederation of Indian Pharmaceutical Industry (SSI) is the apex body
of small scale manufacturers of drugs and pharmaceuticals in India. Its
federating members include all the major State level associations of the
pharmaceutical manufacturers. The Confederation aims to bring together the
members of Industry Associations into a body and to form a forum for
representation to the Government or the other Public Authorities, Mercantile
and Public bodies in India and elsewhere. It protects the general,
commercial and business interest of the members and takes steps to advise
them whenever required.
Contact Address: A-3/314, First Floor, Paschim
Vihar, New Delhi 110 063
Phone: 011-25275471
Fax: 011-28538801
E mail: admin@cipi.in
Url : http://www.cipi.in/
Indian Pharmaceutical Association (IPA)

Indian Pharmaceutical Association (IPA) is the professional association of
pharmacists in India with a membership of over 10,000. It has 17 state
branches and more than 33 local branches. It also manages several academic
programmes and is affiliated with international pharma associations like
FIP, FAPA, CPA, AAPS, AAiPS, IPSF & WHO. It has many important
pharmaceutical publications to its credit including 'Indian Journal of
Pharmaceutical Sciences' which is a bi-monthly scientific publication
containing original research work in the areas of Pharmaceutical Sciences.
Its another publication, 'Pharma Times' is a news magazine and a scientific
journal featuring articles of professional interest.
Contact Address: Kalina, Santacruz (E), Mumbai -
400 098.
Phone: 91-22-2667 1072
Fax: 91-22-2667 0744
E mail: ipacentre@ipapharma.org
Url : http://www.ipapharma.org/Home.aspx
Association of Pharmaceutical Teachers of
India

Association of Pharmaceutical Teachers of India, established in 1966, aims
at providing a common platform to discuss various issues of Pharmacy
Education. Its objectives include identifying current needs of pharma
industry and adapt the syllabus pattern as per the needs; honoring Pharmacy
Educators and Researchers.; imparting Continuing Pharmacy Education (CPE).;
establishing a novel pharmacy teachers' training institute.; and arranging
for lectures, exhibitions, etc, to focus on pharmacy profession through
publications.
Contact Address: H.Q: Al-Ameen College of
Pharmacy, Opp. Lalbagh Main gate, Hosur Main Road, Bangalore - 560027 INDIA
Phone: 080 - 22234619
Fax: 22225834
E mail: aptialerts@yahoo.com
Url : http://www.aptiindia.org/