Given the strike since June 6 by wholesalers in the drug market, the FDA is exploring alternatives to ensure police protection to retailers who want to keep their shops open.

The FDA has said that there is no shortage of medicines, however, it is keeping no stone unturned to ensure essential drugs are available in the market. BR Masal, joint commissioner, FDA (drugs), said, “We are conducting a survey to find out if there is a shortage. We are ensuring that if such a situation arises other institutions continue to supply the drugs.”