WHO Adds Antimicrobial Resistance Fight To Drug GMP Inspection Mission
Soup Of Antimicrobials And Resistant Bacteria Found Near Indian Bulk Drug Plants
Executive Summary
Agency calls for manufacturers to control plant effluent in effort to preserve efficacy of antimicrobial drugs.
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