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Banned painkillers & nsaids in India
Last checked 20 September 2026
168 entries in this category on the banned drugs list, of which 118 are bans currently in force. Court stays and quashed orders are shown as such.
Status pages in this category
Ban revoked
Is Analgin banned in India?
Not bannedIs Calpol banned in India?
Not banned · old NSQ batches (2016 to 2017)Is Combiflam banned in India?
Not bannedIs Crocin banned in India?
SC interim relief · on saleIs Dart tablet banned in India?
Not banned for humans · vet use bannedIs Diclofenac banned in India?
Not bannedIs Disprin banned in India?
Not bannedIs Dolo 650 banned in India?
Not banned · IPC safety alert (2023)Is Meftal banned in India?
Not bannedIs Meftal-Spas banned in India?
Banned (14-FDC order, Jun 2023)Is Nimesulide + Paracetamol banned in India?
Banned above 100 mg (oral)Is Nimesulide banned in India?
SC interim relief · on saleIs Saridon banned in India?
Original formula banned (2013)Is Spasmo-Proxyvon banned in India?
Not banned · NDPS-controlledIs Tramadol banned in India?
Not banned · paediatric strength bannedIs Zerodol-P banned in India?
Not banned · watch listIs Zerodol-SP banned in India?
Entries
| Drug / combination | Action | Notification | Date | Order | Status note |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Acetyl Salicylic Acid + EthoheptazineFixed-dose combination · painkillers | Banned | S.O. 3068(E) | 11 June 2026 | 16 FDCs · Jun 2026 | Prohibited under s.26A with immediate effect, 11.06.2026 (CDSCO list published 21.07.2026). |
| Paracetamol + LignocaineFixed-dose combination · painkillers | Banned | S.O. 3079(E) | 11 June 2026 | 16 FDCs · Jun 2026 | Prohibited under s.26A with immediate effect, 11.06.2026 (CDSCO list published 21.07.2026). |
| Nimesulide (oral, above 100 mg, immediate release)Single molecule · painkillers | Banned | S.O. 6091(E) | 29 December 2025 | Other orders | Prohibited with immediate effect under s.26A (Gazette CG-DL-E-30122025-268922). Nimesulide up to 100 mg, sustained-release forms and topical gels are not covered. Separate 2011 ban for children under 12 (GSR 82(E)). |
| Nefopam Hydrochloride 30mg + Paracetamol 325mg TabletsFixed-dose combination · painkillers | Halted | CDSCO F.No. 4-01/2023-DC (Misc. 3) dated 11.04.2025, Annexure Sr. 2 | 11 April 2025 | 35 FDCs · Apr 2025 | CDSCO direction to state licensing authorities, 11 Apr 2025, not a Section 26A gazette ban |
| S( + ) Etodolac + ParacetamolFixed-dose combination · painkillers | Banned | S.O. 3284(E) | 12 August 2024 | Other orders | Re-prohibited 12.08.2024 after the 2018 notification S.O. 4706(E) was quashed by Delhi HC on 22.01.2020. |
| Mefenamic Acid + Paracetamol InjectionFixed-dose combination · painkillers | Banned | S.O. 3293(E) | 2 August 2024 | 156 FDCs · Aug 2024 | Prohibited under s.26A; notifications dated 02.08.2024, gazetted 21-22 Aug 2024. |
| Glucosamine Hydrochloride + Diacerein + Menthol + Camphor + CapsaicinFixed-dose combination · painkillers | Banned | S.O. 3316(E) | 2 August 2024 | 156 FDCs · Aug 2024 | Prohibited under s.26A; notifications dated 02.08.2024, gazetted 21-22 Aug 2024. |
| Lornoxicam + Thiocolchicoside + Oleum Lini + Menthol + Methyl SalicylateFixed-dose combination · painkillers | Banned | S.O. 3323(E) | 2 August 2024 | 156 FDCs · Aug 2024 | Prohibited under s.26A; notifications dated 02.08.2024, gazetted 21-22 Aug 2024. |
| Tranexamic Acid + Mefenamic Acid + Vitamin K1Fixed-dose combination · painkillers | Banned | S.O. 3344(E) | 2 August 2024 | 156 FDCs · Aug 2024 | Prohibited under s.26A; notifications dated 02.08.2024, gazetted 21-22 Aug 2024. |
| Ergotamine Tartrate + Caffeine + Paracetamol + Prochlorperazine MaleateFixed-dose combination · painkillers | Banned | S.O. 3347(E) | 2 August 2024 | 156 FDCs · Aug 2024 | Prohibited under s.26A; notifications dated 02.08.2024, gazetted 21-22 Aug 2024. |
| Piracetam + Ginkgo Biloba Extracts + VinpocetinFixed-dose combination · painkillers | Banned | S.O. 3348(E) | 2 August 2024 | 156 FDCs · Aug 2024 | Prohibited under s.26A; notifications dated 02.08.2024, gazetted 21-22 Aug 2024. |
| Meclizine HCl + Paracetamol + CaffeineFixed-dose combination · painkillers | Banned | S.O. 3352(E) | 2 August 2024 | 156 FDCs · Aug 2024 | Prohibited under s.26A; notifications dated 02.08.2024, gazetted 21-22 Aug 2024. |
| Nicergoline + VinpocetineFixed-dose combination · painkillers | Banned | S.O. 3353(E) | 2 August 2024 | 156 FDCs · Aug 2024 | Prohibited under s.26A; notifications dated 02.08.2024, gazetted 21-22 Aug 2024. |
| Ketorolac Tromethamine + FlurometholoneFixed-dose combination · painkillers | Banned | S.O. 3363(E) | 2 August 2024 | 156 FDCs · Aug 2024 | Prohibited under s.26A; notifications dated 02.08.2024, gazetted 21-22 Aug 2024. |
| Aceclofenac 50mg + Paracetamol 125mg Oral LiquidFixed-dose combination · painkillers | Banned | S.O. 3408(E) | 2 August 2024 | 156 FDCs · Aug 2024 | Prohibited under s.26A; notifications dated 02.08.2024, gazetted 21-22 Aug 2024. |
| Aceclofenac 50mg + Paracetamol 125mg TabletFixed-dose combination · painkillers | Banned | S.O. 3409(E) | 2 August 2024 | 156 FDCs · Aug 2024 | Prohibited under s.26A; notifications dated 02.08.2024, gazetted 21-22 Aug 2024. |
| Cam Ylofin Dihydrochloride 25 mg + Paracetamol 300mgFixed-dose combination · painkillers | Banned | S.O. 3412(E) | 2 August 2024 | 156 FDCs · Aug 2024 | Prohibited under s.26A; notifications dated 02.08.2024, gazetted 21-22 Aug 2024. |
| Cetyl Myristoleate + Glucosamine Sulphate Potassium + Methyl Sulfonyl MethaneFixed-dose combination · painkillers | Banned | S.O. 3415(E) | 2 August 2024 | 156 FDCs · Aug 2024 | Prohibited under s.26A; notifications dated 02.08.2024, gazetted 21-22 Aug 2024. |
| Diace Rin IP + Glucosamine Sulphate Potassium Chloride USP + MSM (Methylsulphonyl Methane) + Cetyl MyristoleateFixed-dose combination · painkillers | Banned | S.O. 3416(E) | 2 August 2024 | 156 FDCs · Aug 2024 | Prohibited under s.26A; notifications dated 02.08.2024, gazetted 21-22 Aug 2024. |
| Paracetamol + Diclofenac Potassium + Caffeine AnhydrousFixed-dose combination · painkillers | Banned | S.O. 3417(E) | 2 August 2024 | 156 FDCs · Aug 2024 | Prohibited under s.26A; notifications dated 02.08.2024, gazetted 21-22 Aug 2024. |
| Diclofenac Sodium + Thiocolchicoside InjectionFixed-dose combination · painkillers | Banned | S.O. 3418(E) | 2 August 2024 | 156 FDCs · Aug 2024 | Prohibited under s.26A; notifications dated 02.08.2024, gazetted 21-22 Aug 2024. |
| Etodolac + Paracetamol + SerratiopeptidaseFixed-dose combination · painkillers | Banned | S.O. 3422(E) | 2 August 2024 | 156 FDCs · Aug 2024 | Prohibited under s.26A; notifications dated 02.08.2024, gazetted 21-22 Aug 2024. |
| Flupi Rtine Maleate 400 mg + Paracetamol 325 mg TabletFixed-dose combination · painkillers | Banned | S.O. 3423(E) | 2 August 2024 | 156 FDCs · Aug 2024 | Prohibited under s.26A; notifications dated 02.08.2024, gazetted 21-22 Aug 2024. |
| Glucosamine Sulphate Potassium Chloride 410 mg + Chondroitin Sulphate 100 mgFixed-dose combination · painkillers | Banned | S.O. 3424(E) | 2 August 2024 | 156 FDCs · Aug 2024 | Prohibited under s.26A; notifications dated 02.08.2024, gazetted 21-22 Aug 2024. |
| Cetyl Myristoleate + Glucosamine Sulphate Potassium Chloride + Methyl Sulfonyl MethaneFixed-dose combination · painkillers | Banned | S.O. 3431(E) | 2 August 2024 | 156 FDCs · Aug 2024 | Prohibited under s.26A; notifications dated 02.08.2024, gazetted 21-22 Aug 2024. |
| Glucosamine Sulphate Potassium Chloride + Methyl Sulfonyl Methane + Calcium Carbonate + Vitamin E + ManganeseFixed-dose combination · painkillers | Banned | S.O. 3432(E) | 2 August 2024 | 156 FDCs · Aug 2024 | Prohibited under s.26A; notifications dated 02.08.2024, gazetted 21-22 Aug 2024. |
| Glucosamine Sulphate Potassium Chloride + Calcium Carbonate + Methyl Sulfonyl Methane + Vit D3Fixed-dose combination · painkillers | Banned | S.O. 3433(E) | 2 August 2024 | 156 FDCs · Aug 2024 | Prohibited under s.26A; notifications dated 02.08.2024, gazetted 21-22 Aug 2024. |
| Methocarbamol + Diclofenac Sodium InjectionFixed-dose combination · painkillers | Banned | S.O. 3435(E) | 2 August 2024 | 156 FDCs · Aug 2024 | Prohibited under s.26A; notifications dated 02.08.2024, gazetted 21-22 Aug 2024. |
| Paracetamol + PentazocineFixed-dose combination · painkillers | Banned | S.O. 3436(E) | 2 August 2024 | 156 FDCs · Aug 2024 | Prohibited under s.26A; notifications dated 02.08.2024, gazetted 21-22 Aug 2024. |
| Tramadol HCl + Paracetamol + Caffeine + TaurineFixed-dose combination · painkillers | Banned | S.O. 3440(E) | 2 August 2024 | 156 FDCs · Aug 2024 | Prohibited under s.26A; notifications dated 02.08.2024, gazetted 21-22 Aug 2024. |
| Nimesulide + Paracetamol Dispersible TabletsFixed-dose combination · painkillers | Banned | S.O. 2394(E) | 2 June 2023 | 14 FDCs · Jun 2023 | Prohibited under s.26A on DTAB/Expert Committee advice; these are 14 of the 15 'pre-1988' FDCs excluded from the 2018 re-ban (Imipramine + Diazepam not included). |
| Allobarbitone + Phospho-Dimethyl-Isopropyl-PyrazoloneFixed-dose combination · painkillers | Banned | S.O. 182(E) | 11 January 2019 | Other orders | One of 80 FDCs prohibited vide S.O. 180(E)-259(E) dated 11.01.2019 (CDSCO letter 22.01.2019). In force per CDSCO list as on 22.11.2021. |
| Atorvastatin + Acetyl Salicylic Acid + CaffeineFixed-dose combination · painkillers | Banned | S.O. 184(E) | 11 January 2019 | Other orders | One of 80 FDCs prohibited vide S.O. 180(E)-259(E) dated 11.01.2019 (CDSCO letter 22.01.2019). In force per CDSCO list as on 22.11.2021. |
| Chlormezanone + Paracetamol + Diclofenac SodiumFixed-dose combination · painkillers | Banned | S.O. 185(E) | 11 January 2019 | Other orders | One of 80 FDCs prohibited vide S.O. 180(E)-259(E) dated 11.01.2019 (CDSCO letter 22.01.2019). In force per CDSCO list as on 22.11.2021. |
| Chlormezanone + Paracetamol + IbuprofenFixed-dose combination · painkillers | Banned | S.O. 186(E) | 11 January 2019 | Other orders | One of 80 FDCs prohibited vide S.O. 180(E)-259(E) dated 11.01.2019 (CDSCO letter 22.01.2019). In force per CDSCO list as on 22.11.2021. |
| Chlorzoxazone + Ibuprofen + Paracetamol + Diclofenac + Oxyphenbutazone + Magnesium HydroxideFixed-dose combination · painkillers | Banned | S.O. 187(E) | 11 January 2019 | Other orders | One of 80 FDCs prohibited vide S.O. 180(E)-259(E) dated 11.01.2019 (CDSCO letter 22.01.2019). In force per CDSCO list as on 22.11.2021. |
| Chlorzoxazone + Paracetamol + Ibuprofen + Diclofenac SodiumFixed-dose combination · painkillers | Banned | S.O. 188(E) | 11 January 2019 | Other orders | One of 80 FDCs prohibited vide S.O. 180(E)-259(E) dated 11.01.2019 (CDSCO letter 22.01.2019). In force per CDSCO list as on 22.11.2021. |
| Dicyclomine + Paracetamol + Phenylisopropyl PyrazoloneFixed-dose combination · painkillers | Banned | S.O. 192(E) | 11 January 2019 | Other orders | One of 80 FDCs prohibited vide S.O. 180(E)-259(E) dated 11.01.2019 (CDSCO letter 22.01.2019). In force per CDSCO list as on 22.11.2021. |
| Ibuprofen + ColchicineFixed-dose combination · painkillers | Banned | S.O. 194(E) | 11 January 2019 | Other orders | One of 80 FDCs prohibited vide S.O. 180(E)-259(E) dated 11.01.2019 (CDSCO letter 22.01.2019). In force per CDSCO list as on 22.11.2021. |
| Ibuprofen + Dextropropoxyphene + ParacetamolFixed-dose combination · painkillers | Banned | S.O. 195(E) | 11 January 2019 | Other orders | One of 80 FDCs prohibited vide S.O. 180(E)-259(E) dated 11.01.2019 (CDSCO letter 22.01.2019). In force per CDSCO list as on 22.11.2021. |
| Ibuprofen + Paracetamol + ColchicineFixed-dose combination · painkillers | Banned | S.O. 196(E) | 11 January 2019 | Other orders | One of 80 FDCs prohibited vide S.O. 180(E)-259(E) dated 11.01.2019 (CDSCO letter 22.01.2019). In force per CDSCO list as on 22.11.2021. |
| Ibuprofen + Paracetamol + Magnesium TrisilicateFixed-dose combination · painkillers | Banned | S.O. 197(E) | 11 January 2019 | Other orders | One of 80 FDCs prohibited vide S.O. 180(E)-259(E) dated 11.01.2019 (CDSCO letter 22.01.2019). In force per CDSCO list as on 22.11.2021. |
| Paracetamol + AlprazolamFixed-dose combination · painkillers | Banned | S.O. 203(E) | 11 January 2019 | Other orders | One of 80 FDCs prohibited vide S.O. 180(E)-259(E) dated 11.01.2019 (CDSCO letter 22.01.2019). In force per CDSCO list as on 22.11.2021. |
| Paracetamol + Ketoprofen + DextropropoxypheneFixed-dose combination · painkillers | Banned | S.O. 206(E) | 11 January 2019 | Other orders | One of 80 FDCs prohibited vide S.O. 180(E)-259(E) dated 11.01.2019 (CDSCO letter 22.01.2019). In force per CDSCO list as on 22.11.2021. |
| Dicyclomine + Paracetamol + Dextropropoxyphene + ChlordiazepoxideFixed-dose combination · painkillers | Banned | S.O. 219(E) | 11 January 2019 | Other orders | One of 80 FDCs prohibited vide S.O. 180(E)-259(E) dated 11.01.2019 (CDSCO letter 22.01.2019). In force per CDSCO list as on 22.11.2021. |
| Glucosamine + Ascorbic AcidFixed-dose combination · painkillers | Banned | S.O. 225(E) | 11 January 2019 | Other orders | One of 80 FDCs prohibited vide S.O. 180(E)-259(E) dated 11.01.2019 (CDSCO letter 22.01.2019). In force per CDSCO list as on 22.11.2021. |
| Glucosamine + Boswellia SerrataFixed-dose combination · painkillers | Banned | S.O. 226(E) | 11 January 2019 | Other orders | One of 80 FDCs prohibited vide S.O. 180(E)-259(E) dated 11.01.2019 (CDSCO letter 22.01.2019). In force per CDSCO list as on 22.11.2021. |
| Glucosamine + Calcium CarbonateFixed-dose combination · painkillers | Banned | S.O. 227(E) | 11 January 2019 | Other orders | One of 80 FDCs prohibited vide S.O. 180(E)-259(E) dated 11.01.2019 (CDSCO letter 22.01.2019). In force per CDSCO list as on 22.11.2021. |
| Glucosamine + Cetyl Myristate OleateFixed-dose combination · painkillers | Banned | S.O. 228(E) | 11 January 2019 | Other orders | One of 80 FDCs prohibited vide S.O. 180(E)-259(E) dated 11.01.2019 (CDSCO letter 22.01.2019). In force per CDSCO list as on 22.11.2021. |
| Glucosamine + Chondroitin Sulphate + Methyl Sulfonyl MethaneFixed-dose combination · painkillers | Banned | S.O. 229(E) | 11 January 2019 | Other orders | One of 80 FDCs prohibited vide S.O. 180(E)-259(E) dated 11.01.2019 (CDSCO letter 22.01.2019). In force per CDSCO list as on 22.11.2021. |
| Glucosamine + Chondroitin Sulphate + Vitamin C + Manganese SulphateFixed-dose combination · painkillers | Banned | S.O. 230(E) | 11 January 2019 | Other orders | One of 80 FDCs prohibited vide S.O. 180(E)-259(E) dated 11.01.2019 (CDSCO letter 22.01.2019). In force per CDSCO list as on 22.11.2021. |
| Glucosamine + Chondroitin + Vitamin C + Vitamin E + ManganeseFixed-dose combination · painkillers | Banned | S.O. 231(E) | 11 January 2019 | Other orders | One of 80 FDCs prohibited vide S.O. 180(E)-259(E) dated 11.01.2019 (CDSCO letter 22.01.2019). In force per CDSCO list as on 22.11.2021. |
| Glucosamine + Chondroitin + Vitamin CFixed-dose combination · painkillers | Banned | S.O. 232(E) | 11 January 2019 | Other orders | One of 80 FDCs prohibited vide S.O. 180(E)-259(E) dated 11.01.2019 (CDSCO letter 22.01.2019). In force per CDSCO list as on 22.11.2021. |
| Glucosamine + Chondroitin + Vitamin C + Vitamin E + Manganese Sulphate + Sodium Borate + Selenium DioxideFixed-dose combination · painkillers | Banned | S.O. 233(E) | 11 January 2019 | Other orders | One of 80 FDCs prohibited vide S.O. 180(E)-259(E) dated 11.01.2019 (CDSCO letter 22.01.2019). In force per CDSCO list as on 22.11.2021. |
| Glucosamine + ManganeseFixed-dose combination · painkillers | Banned | S.O. 235(E) | 11 January 2019 | Other orders | One of 80 FDCs prohibited vide S.O. 180(E)-259(E) dated 11.01.2019 (CDSCO letter 22.01.2019). In force per CDSCO list as on 22.11.2021. |
| Glucosamine + Mecobalamin + Dimethyl SulfoneFixed-dose combination · painkillers | Banned | S.O. 236(E) | 11 January 2019 | Other orders | One of 80 FDCs prohibited vide S.O. 180(E)-259(E) dated 11.01.2019 (CDSCO letter 22.01.2019). In force per CDSCO list as on 22.11.2021. |
| Glucosamine + MecobalaminFixed-dose combination · painkillers | Banned | S.O. 237(E) | 11 January 2019 | Other orders | One of 80 FDCs prohibited vide S.O. 180(E)-259(E) dated 11.01.2019 (CDSCO letter 22.01.2019). In force per CDSCO list as on 22.11.2021. |
| Glucosamine + Mecobalamin + Milk CalciumFixed-dose combination · painkillers | Banned | S.O. 238(E) | 11 January 2019 | Other orders | One of 80 FDCs prohibited vide S.O. 180(E)-259(E) dated 11.01.2019 (CDSCO letter 22.01.2019). In force per CDSCO list as on 22.11.2021. |
| Glucosamine + Methyl Sulfonyl MethaneFixed-dose combination · painkillers | Banned | S.O. 239(E) | 11 January 2019 | Other orders | One of 80 FDCs prohibited vide S.O. 180(E)-259(E) dated 11.01.2019 (CDSCO letter 22.01.2019). In force per CDSCO list as on 22.11.2021. |
| Glucosamine + Methyl Sulfonyl Methane + Cetyl MyristateFixed-dose combination · painkillers | Banned | S.O. 240(E) | 11 January 2019 | Other orders | One of 80 FDCs prohibited vide S.O. 180(E)-259(E) dated 11.01.2019 (CDSCO letter 22.01.2019). In force per CDSCO list as on 22.11.2021. |
| Glucosamine + Vitamin C + Calcium + Methyl Sulfonyl Methane + Chondroitin + ManganeseFixed-dose combination · painkillers | Banned | S.O. 241(E) | 11 January 2019 | Other orders | One of 80 FDCs prohibited vide S.O. 180(E)-259(E) dated 11.01.2019 (CDSCO letter 22.01.2019). In force per CDSCO list as on 22.11.2021. |
| Glucosamine + Vitamin C + Vitamin E + Chondroitin Sulphate + Methyl Sulfonyl Methane + Manganese SulphateFixed-dose combination · painkillers | Banned | S.O. 242(E) | 11 January 2019 | Other orders | One of 80 FDCs prohibited vide S.O. 180(E)-259(E) dated 11.01.2019 (CDSCO letter 22.01.2019). In force per CDSCO list as on 22.11.2021. |
| Glucosamine Sulphate + Chondroitin Sulphate + Vitamin E + ManganeseFixed-dose combination · painkillers | Banned | S.O. 243(E) | 11 January 2019 | Other orders | One of 80 FDCs prohibited vide S.O. 180(E)-259(E) dated 11.01.2019 (CDSCO letter 22.01.2019). In force per CDSCO list as on 22.11.2021. |
| Ofloxacin + Diclofenac + LignocaineFixed-dose combination · painkillers | Banned | S.O. 257(E) | 11 January 2019 | Other orders | One of 80 FDCs prohibited vide S.O. 180(E)-259(E) dated 11.01.2019 (CDSCO letter 22.01.2019). In force per CDSCO list as on 22.11.2021. |
| Paracetamol + Propyphenazone + CaffeineFixed-dose combination · painkillers | Under examination | S.O. 4689(E) | 7 September 2018 | 328 FDCs · Sep 2018 | SC order 14.02.2019: claimed pre-1988 FDC; under examination with Expert Committee per CDSCO list as on 22.11.2021 (note 4#). Legally on sale pending examination. |
| Aceclofenac + Paracetamol + RabeprazoleFixed-dose combination · painkillers | Quashed | S.O. 4379(E) | 7 September 2018 | 328 FDCs · Sep 2018 | Quashed by Delhi HC order dated 13.03.2019; CDSCO appealed, sub judice (CDSCO list as on 22.11.2021, note 5#). |
| Etodolac + ParacetamolFixed-dose combination · painkillers | Quashed | S.O. 4706(E) | 7 September 2018 | 328 FDCs · Sep 2018 | Quashed by Delhi HC order dated 22.01.2020 (S(+) Etodolac + Paracetamol); no appeal recorded. Re-prohibited as S.O. 3284(E) 12.08.2024. |
| Nimesulide + DiclofenacFixed-dose combination · painkillers | Banned | S.O. 4380(E) | 7 September 2018 | 328 FDCs · Sep 2018 | In force per CDSCO list as on 22.11.2021 |
| Nimesulide + Cetirizine + CaffeineFixed-dose combination · painkillers | Banned | S.O. 4381(E) | 7 September 2018 | 328 FDCs · Sep 2018 | In force per CDSCO list as on 22.11.2021 |
| Nimesulide + TizanidineFixed-dose combination · painkillers | Banned | S.O. 4382(E) | 7 September 2018 | 328 FDCs · Sep 2018 | In force per CDSCO list as on 22.11.2021 |
| Paracetamol + Cetirizine + CaffeineFixed-dose combination · painkillers | Banned | S.O. 4383(E) | 7 September 2018 | 328 FDCs · Sep 2018 | In force per CDSCO list as on 22.11.2021 |
| Diclofenac + Tramadol + ChlorzoxazoneFixed-dose combination · painkillers | Banned | S.O. 4384(E) | 7 September 2018 | 328 FDCs · Sep 2018 | In force per CDSCO list as on 22.11.2021 |
| Diclofenac + Tramadol + ParacetamolFixed-dose combination · painkillers | Banned | S.O. 4386(E) | 7 September 2018 | 328 FDCs · Sep 2018 | In force per CDSCO list as on 22.11.2021 |
| Diclofenac + Paracetamol + Chlorzoxazone + FamotidineFixed-dose combination · painkillers | Banned | S.O. 4387(E) | 7 September 2018 | 328 FDCs · Sep 2018 | In force per CDSCO list as on 22.11.2021 |
| Naproxen + ParacetamolFixed-dose combination · painkillers | Banned | S.O. 4388(E) | 7 September 2018 | 328 FDCs · Sep 2018 | In force per CDSCO list as on 22.11.2021 |
| Nimesulide + SerratiopeptidaseFixed-dose combination · painkillers | Banned | S.O. 4389(E) | 7 September 2018 | 328 FDCs · Sep 2018 | In force per CDSCO list as on 22.11.2021 |
| Paracetamol + Diclofenac + FamotidineFixed-dose combination · painkillers | Banned | S.O. 4390(E) | 7 September 2018 | 328 FDCs · Sep 2018 | In force per CDSCO list as on 22.11.2021 |
| Omeprazole + Paracetamol + DiclofenacFixed-dose combination · painkillers | Banned | S.O. 4392(E) | 7 September 2018 | 328 FDCs · Sep 2018 | In force per CDSCO list as on 22.11.2021 |
| Nimesulide + Paracetamol InjectionFixed-dose combination · painkillers | Banned | S.O. 4393(E) | 7 September 2018 | 328 FDCs · Sep 2018 | In force per CDSCO list as on 22.11.2021 |
| Tamsulosin + DiclofenacFixed-dose combination · painkillers | Banned | S.O. 4394(E) | 7 September 2018 | 328 FDCs · Sep 2018 | In force per CDSCO list as on 22.11.2021 |
| Diclofenac + Zinc CarnosineFixed-dose combination · painkillers | Banned | S.O. 4396(E) | 7 September 2018 | 328 FDCs · Sep 2018 | In force per CDSCO list as on 22.11.2021 |
| Phenylbutazone + Sodium SalicylateFixed-dose combination · painkillers | Banned | S.O. 4399(E) | 7 September 2018 | 328 FDCs · Sep 2018 | In force per CDSCO list as on 22.11.2021 |
| Heparin + DiclofenacFixed-dose combination · painkillers | Banned | S.O. 4403(E) | 7 September 2018 | 328 FDCs · Sep 2018 | In force per CDSCO list as on 22.11.2021 |
| Paracetamol + TapentadolFixed-dose combination · painkillers | Banned | S.O. 4405(E) | 7 September 2018 | 328 FDCs · Sep 2018 | In force per CDSCO list as on 22.11.2021 |
| Lornoxicam + Paracetamol + TramadolFixed-dose combination · painkillers | Banned | S.O. 4407(E) | 7 September 2018 | 328 FDCs · Sep 2018 | In force per CDSCO list as on 22.11.2021 |
| Lornoxicam + Paracetamol + SerratiopeptidaseFixed-dose combination · painkillers | Banned | S.O. 4408(E) | 7 September 2018 | 328 FDCs · Sep 2018 | In force per CDSCO list as on 22.11.2021 |
| Diclofenac + Paracetamol + Magnesium TrisilicateFixed-dose combination · painkillers | Banned | S.O. 4409(E) | 7 September 2018 | 328 FDCs · Sep 2018 | In force per CDSCO list as on 22.11.2021 |
| Paracetamol + Domperidone + CaffeineFixed-dose combination · painkillers | Banned | S.O. 4410(E) | 7 September 2018 | 328 FDCs · Sep 2018 | In force per CDSCO list as on 22.11.2021 |
| Combikit of 3 Tablets of Serratiopeptidase (Enteric Coated 20000 Units) + Diclofenac Potassium & 2 Tablets of DoxycyclineFixed-dose combination · painkillers | Banned | S.O. 4412(E) | 7 September 2018 | 328 FDCs · Sep 2018 | In force per CDSCO list as on 22.11.2021 |
| Nimesulide + Paracetamol SuspensionFixed-dose combination · painkillers | Banned | S.O. 4413(E) | 7 September 2018 | 328 FDCs · Sep 2018 | In force per CDSCO list as on 22.11.2021 |
| Aceclofenac + Paracetamol + FamotidineFixed-dose combination · painkillers | Banned | S.O. 4414(E) | 7 September 2018 | 328 FDCs · Sep 2018 | In force per CDSCO list as on 22.11.2021 |
| Aceclofenac + Zinc CarnosineFixed-dose combination · painkillers | Banned | S.O. 4415(E) | 7 September 2018 | 328 FDCs · Sep 2018 | In force per CDSCO list as on 22.11.2021 |
| Paracetamol + Disodium Hydrogen Citrate + CaffeineFixed-dose combination · painkillers | Banned | S.O. 4416(E) | 7 September 2018 | 328 FDCs · Sep 2018 | In force per CDSCO list as on 22.11.2021 |
| Paracetamol + D L MethionineFixed-dose combination · painkillers | Banned | S.O. 4417(E) | 7 September 2018 | 328 FDCs · Sep 2018 | In force per CDSCO list as on 22.11.2021 |
| Disodium Hydrogen Citrate + ParacetamolFixed-dose combination · painkillers | Banned | S.O. 4418(E) | 7 September 2018 | 328 FDCs · Sep 2018 | In force per CDSCO list as on 22.11.2021 |
| Paracetamol + Caffeine + Codeine PhosphateFixed-dose combination · painkillers | Banned | S.O. 4419(E) | 7 September 2018 | 328 FDCs · Sep 2018 | In force per CDSCO list as on 22.11.2021 |
| Aceclofenac (SR) + ParacetamolFixed-dose combination · painkillers | Banned | S.O. 4420(E) | 7 September 2018 | 328 FDCs · Sep 2018 | In force per CDSCO list as on 22.11.2021 |
| Diclofenac + Paracetamol InjectionFixed-dose combination · painkillers | Banned | S.O. 4421(E) | 7 September 2018 | 328 FDCs · Sep 2018 | In force per CDSCO list as on 22.11.2021 |
| Betahistine + Ginkgo Biloba Extract + Vinpocetine + PiracetamFixed-dose combination · painkillers | Banned | S.O. 4458(E) | 7 September 2018 | 328 FDCs · Sep 2018 | In force per CDSCO list as on 22.11.2021 |
| Doxylamine + Pyridoxine + Mefenamic Acid + ParacetamolFixed-dose combination · painkillers | Banned | S.O. 4460(E) | 7 September 2018 | 328 FDCs · Sep 2018 | In force per CDSCO list as on 22.11.2021 |
| Rabeprazole + Diclofenac + ParacetamolFixed-dose combination · painkillers | Banned | S.O. 4508(E) | 7 September 2018 | 328 FDCs · Sep 2018 | In force per CDSCO list as on 22.11.2021 |
| Cetirizine + Phenylephrine + Paracetamol + Caffeine + NimesulideFixed-dose combination · painkillers | Banned | S.O. 4639(E) | 7 September 2018 | 328 FDCs · Sep 2018 | In force per CDSCO list as on 22.11.2021 |
| Menthol + Anesthetic EtherFixed-dose combination · painkillers | Banned | S.O. 4679(E) | 7 September 2018 | 328 FDCs · Sep 2018 | In force per CDSCO list as on 22.11.2021 |
| Ergotamine Tartrate + Belladonna Dry Extract + Caffeine + ParacetamolFixed-dose combination · painkillers | Banned | S.O. 4681(E) | 7 September 2018 | 328 FDCs · Sep 2018 | In force per CDSCO list as on 22.11.2021 |
| Glucosamine + IbuprofenFixed-dose combination · painkillers | Banned | S.O. 4705(E) | 7 September 2018 | 328 FDCs · Sep 2018 | In force per CDSCO list as on 22.11.2021 |
| Glucosamine + IbuprofenFixed-dose combination · painkillers | Banned | S.O. 1854(E) | 8 June 2017 | Other orders | Five FDCs prohibited 08.06.2017 (S.O. 1851(E)-1855(E)); re-notified 07.09.2018 as S.O. 4702(E)-4706(E) after the SC-ordered DTAB review. Etodolac + Paracetamol (4706(E)) later quashed. |
| Etodolac + ParacetamolFixed-dose combination · painkillers | Banned | S.O. 1855(E) | 8 June 2017 | Other orders | Five FDCs prohibited 08.06.2017 (S.O. 1851(E)-1855(E)); re-notified 07.09.2018 as S.O. 4702(E)-4706(E) after the SC-ordered DTAB review. Etodolac + Paracetamol (4706(E)) later quashed. |
| Aceclofenac + Paracetamol + RabeprazoleFixed-dose combination · painkillers | Quashed | S.O. 705(E) | 10 March 2016 | 344 FDCs · Mar 2016 | Quashed by Delhi HC 1 Dec 2016; see 2018 re-ban |
| Nimesulide + DiclofenacFixed-dose combination · painkillers | Quashed | S.O. 706(E) | 10 March 2016 | 344 FDCs · Mar 2016 | Quashed by Delhi HC 1 Dec 2016; see 2018 re-ban |
| Nimesulide + Cetirizine + CaffeineFixed-dose combination · painkillers | Quashed | S.O. 707(E) | 10 March 2016 | 344 FDCs · Mar 2016 | Quashed by Delhi HC 1 Dec 2016; see 2018 re-ban |
| Nimesulide + TizanidineFixed-dose combination · painkillers | Quashed | S.O. 708(E) | 10 March 2016 | 344 FDCs · Mar 2016 | Quashed by Delhi HC 1 Dec 2016; see 2018 re-ban |
| Paracetamol + Cetirizine + CaffeineFixed-dose combination · painkillers | Quashed | S.O. 709(E) | 10 March 2016 | 344 FDCs · Mar 2016 | Quashed by Delhi HC 1 Dec 2016; see 2018 re-ban |
| Diclofenac + Tramadol + ChlorzoxazoneFixed-dose combination · painkillers | Quashed | S.O. 710(E) | 10 March 2016 | 344 FDCs · Mar 2016 | Quashed by Delhi HC 1 Dec 2016; see 2018 re-ban |
| Nimesulide + Paracetamol Dispersible TabletsFixed-dose combination · painkillers | Under examination | S.O. 712(E) | 10 March 2016 | 344 FDCs · Mar 2016 | Quashed by Delhi HC 1 Dec 2016; SC order 15.12.2017 treated it as a pre-1988 FDC, under examination with Expert Committee per CDSCO list as on 22.11.2021 (note 3#). 14 of these 15 were re-prohibited on 02.06.2023 (wave 2023-14). |
| Paracetamol + Phenylephrine + CaffeineFixed-dose combination · painkillers | Under examination | S.O. 713(E) | 10 March 2016 | 344 FDCs · Mar 2016 | Quashed by Delhi HC 1 Dec 2016; SC order 15.12.2017 treated it as a pre-1988 FDC, under examination with Expert Committee per CDSCO list as on 22.11.2021 (note 3#). 14 of these 15 were re-prohibited on 02.06.2023 (wave 2023-14). |
| Diclofenac + Tramadol + ParacetamolFixed-dose combination · painkillers | Quashed | S.O. 714(E) | 10 March 2016 | 344 FDCs · Mar 2016 | Quashed by Delhi HC 1 Dec 2016; see 2018 re-ban |
| Diclofenac + Paracetamol + Chlorzoxazone + FamotidineFixed-dose combination · painkillers | Quashed | S.O. 715(E) | 10 March 2016 | 344 FDCs · Mar 2016 | Quashed by Delhi HC 1 Dec 2016; see 2018 re-ban |
| Naproxen + ParacetamolFixed-dose combination · painkillers | Quashed | S.O. 716(E) | 10 March 2016 | 344 FDCs · Mar 2016 | Quashed by Delhi HC 1 Dec 2016; see 2018 re-ban |
| Nimesulide + SerratiopeptidaseFixed-dose combination · painkillers | Quashed | S.O. 717(E) | 10 March 2016 | 344 FDCs · Mar 2016 | Quashed by Delhi HC 1 Dec 2016; see 2018 re-ban |
| Paracetamol + Diclofenac + FamotidineFixed-dose combination · painkillers | Quashed | S.O. 718(E) | 10 March 2016 | 344 FDCs · Mar 2016 | Quashed by Delhi HC 1 Dec 2016; see 2018 re-ban |
| Omeprazole + Paracetamol + DiclofenacFixed-dose combination · painkillers | Quashed | S.O. 720(E) | 10 March 2016 | 344 FDCs · Mar 2016 | Quashed by Delhi HC 1 Dec 2016; see 2018 re-ban |
| Nimesulide + Paracetamol InjectionFixed-dose combination · painkillers | Quashed | S.O. 721(E) | 10 March 2016 | 344 FDCs · Mar 2016 | Quashed by Delhi HC 1 Dec 2016; see 2018 re-ban |
| Tamsulosin + DiclofenacFixed-dose combination · painkillers | Quashed | S.O. 722(E) | 10 March 2016 | 344 FDCs · Mar 2016 | Quashed by Delhi HC 1 Dec 2016; see 2018 re-ban |
| Diclofenac + Zinc CarnosineFixed-dose combination · painkillers | Quashed | S.O. 724(E) | 10 March 2016 | 344 FDCs · Mar 2016 | Quashed by Delhi HC 1 Dec 2016; see 2018 re-ban |
| Phenylbutazone + Sodium SalicylateFixed-dose combination · painkillers | Quashed | S.O. 727(E) | 10 March 2016 | 344 FDCs · Mar 2016 | Quashed by Delhi HC 1 Dec 2016; see 2018 re-ban |
| Heparin + DiclofenacFixed-dose combination · painkillers | Quashed | S.O. 731(E) | 10 March 2016 | 344 FDCs · Mar 2016 | Quashed by Delhi HC 1 Dec 2016; see 2018 re-ban |
| Paracetamol + TapentadolFixed-dose combination · painkillers | Quashed | S.O. 733(E) | 10 March 2016 | 344 FDCs · Mar 2016 | Quashed by Delhi HC 1 Dec 2016; see 2018 re-ban |
| Benzoxoniumchloride + LidocaineFixed-dose combination · painkillers | Quashed | S.O. 735(E) | 10 March 2016 | 344 FDCs · Mar 2016 | Quashed by Delhi HC 1 Dec 2016; see 2018 re-ban |
| Lornoxicam + Paracetamol + TramadolFixed-dose combination · painkillers | Quashed | S.O. 736(E) | 10 March 2016 | 344 FDCs · Mar 2016 | Quashed by Delhi HC 1 Dec 2016; see 2018 re-ban |
| Lornoxicam + Paracetamol + SerratiopeptidaseFixed-dose combination · painkillers | Quashed | S.O. 737(E) | 10 March 2016 | 344 FDCs · Mar 2016 | Quashed by Delhi HC 1 Dec 2016; see 2018 re-ban |
| Diclofenac + Paracetamol + Magnesium TrisilicateFixed-dose combination · painkillers | Quashed | S.O. 738(E) | 10 March 2016 | 344 FDCs · Mar 2016 | Quashed by Delhi HC 1 Dec 2016; see 2018 re-ban |
| Paracetamol + Domperidone + CaffeineFixed-dose combination · painkillers | Quashed | S.O. 739(E) | 10 March 2016 | 344 FDCs · Mar 2016 | Quashed by Delhi HC 1 Dec 2016; see 2018 re-ban |
| Paracetamol + Prochlorperazine MaleateFixed-dose combination · painkillers | Quashed | S.O. 741(E) | 10 March 2016 | 344 FDCs · Mar 2016 | Quashed by Delhi HC 1 Dec 2016; see 2018 re-ban |
| Combikit of 3 Tablets of Serratiopeptidase (Enteric Coated 20000 Units) + Diclofenac Potassium & 2 Tablets of DoxycyclineFixed-dose combination · painkillers | Quashed | S.O. 742(E) | 10 March 2016 | 344 FDCs · Mar 2016 | Quashed by Delhi HC 1 Dec 2016; see 2018 re-ban |
| Nimesulide + Paracetamol SuspensionFixed-dose combination · painkillers | Quashed | S.O. 743(E) | 10 March 2016 | 344 FDCs · Mar 2016 | Quashed by Delhi HC 1 Dec 2016; see 2018 re-ban |
| Aceclofenac + Paracetamol + FamotidineFixed-dose combination · painkillers | Quashed | S.O. 744(E) | 10 March 2016 | 344 FDCs · Mar 2016 | Quashed by Delhi HC 1 Dec 2016; see 2018 re-ban |
| Aceclofenac + Zinc CarnosineFixed-dose combination · painkillers | Quashed | S.O. 745(E) | 10 March 2016 | 344 FDCs · Mar 2016 | Quashed by Delhi HC 1 Dec 2016; see 2018 re-ban |
| Paracetamol + Disodium Hydrogen Citrate + CaffeineFixed-dose combination · painkillers | Quashed | S.O. 746(E) | 10 March 2016 | 344 FDCs · Mar 2016 | Quashed by Delhi HC 1 Dec 2016; see 2018 re-ban |
| Paracetamol + DL MethionineFixed-dose combination · painkillers | Quashed | S.O. 747(E) | 10 March 2016 | 344 FDCs · Mar 2016 | Quashed by Delhi HC 1 Dec 2016; see 2018 re-ban |
| Disodium Hydrogen Citrate + ParacetamolFixed-dose combination · painkillers | Quashed | S.O. 748(E) | 10 March 2016 | 344 FDCs · Mar 2016 | Quashed by Delhi HC 1 Dec 2016; see 2018 re-ban |
| Paracetamol + Caffeine + Codeine PhosphateFixed-dose combination · painkillers | Quashed | S.O. 749(E) | 10 March 2016 | 344 FDCs · Mar 2016 | Quashed by Delhi HC 1 Dec 2016; see 2018 re-ban |
| Aceclofenac (SR) + ParacetamolFixed-dose combination · painkillers | Quashed | S.O. 750(E) | 10 March 2016 | 344 FDCs · Mar 2016 | Quashed by Delhi HC 1 Dec 2016; see 2018 re-ban |
| Diclofenac + Paracetamol InjectionFixed-dose combination · painkillers | Quashed | S.O. 751(E) | 10 March 2016 | 344 FDCs · Mar 2016 | Quashed by Delhi HC 1 Dec 2016; see 2018 re-ban |
| Betahistine + Ginkgo Bilobaextract + Vinpocetine + PiracetamFixed-dose combination · painkillers | Quashed | S.O. 791(E) | 10 March 2016 | 344 FDCs · Mar 2016 | Quashed by Delhi HC 1 Dec 2016; see 2018 re-ban |
| Doxylamine + Pyridoxine + Mefenamicacid + ParacetamolFixed-dose combination · painkillers | Quashed | S.O. 793(E) | 10 March 2016 | 344 FDCs · Mar 2016 | Quashed by Delhi HC 1 Dec 2016; see 2018 re-ban |
| Paracetamol + ProchloperazineFixed-dose combination · painkillers | Quashed | S.O. 797(E) | 10 March 2016 | 344 FDCs · Mar 2016 | Quashed by Delhi HC 1 Dec 2016; see 2018 re-ban |
| Rabeprazole + Diclofenac + ParacetamolFixed-dose combination · painkillers | Quashed | S.O. 845(E) | 10 March 2016 | 344 FDCs · Mar 2016 | Quashed by Delhi HC 1 Dec 2016; see 2018 re-ban |
| Cetirizine + Phenylephrine + Paracetamol + Caffeine + NimesulideFixed-dose combination · painkillers | Quashed | S.O. 985(E) | 10 March 2016 | 344 FDCs · Mar 2016 | Quashed by Delhi HC 1 Dec 2016; see 2018 re-ban |
| Menthol + Anesthetic EtherFixed-dose combination · painkillers | Quashed | S.O. 1025(E) | 10 March 2016 | 344 FDCs · Mar 2016 | Quashed by Delhi HC 1 Dec 2016; see 2018 re-ban |
| Ergotamine Tartrate + Belladonna Dry Extract + Caffeine + ParacetamolFixed-dose combination · painkillers | Quashed | S.O. 1027(E) | 10 March 2016 | 344 FDCs · Mar 2016 | Quashed by Delhi HC 1 Dec 2016; see 2018 re-ban |
| Paracetamol + Propyphenazone + CaffeineFixed-dose combination · painkillers | Quashed | S.O. 1036(E) | 10 March 2016 | 344 FDCs · Mar 2016 | Quashed by Delhi HC 1 Dec 2016; see 2018 re-ban |
| Analgin and All Formulations containing Analgin for Human UseSingle molecule · painkillers | Ban revoked | GSR 378(E) | 18 June 2013 | Classic bans | Suspension vide GSR 378(E) 18.06.2013 revoked vide GSR 86(E) dated 13.02.2014, allowing use with conditions (label restriction). Analgin FDCs banned in the 1990s remain prohibited. |
| Dextropropoxyphene and Formulations containing Dextropropoxyphene for Human UseSingle molecule · painkillers | Restricted | GSR 332(E) | 23 May 2013 | Classic bans | Prohibition revoked with conditions vide G.S.R. 367(E) dated 13.04.2017: cancer pain only, daily dose not to exceed 300 mg, mandatory labelling (CDSCO consumer list footnote **). |
| Nimesulide Formulations for Human Use in Children Below 12 Years of AgeSingle molecule · painkillers | Banned | GSR 82(E) | 10 February 2011 | Classic bans | In force per CDSCO consumer list (1983-2017) |
| Diclofenac and its Formulations (for Animal Use)Single molecule · painkillers | Banned | GSR 499(E) | 4 July 2008 | Classic bans | In force per CDSCO consumer list (1983-2017) |
| Valdecoxib and its FormulationsSingle molecule · painkillers | Banned | GSR 510(E) | 28 July 2005 | Classic bans | In force per CDSCO consumer list (1983-2017) |
| Rofecoxib and its FormulationsSingle molecule · painkillers | Banned | GSR 810(E) | 13 December 2004 | Classic bans | In force per CDSCO consumer list (1983-2017) |
| Metoclopramide with Systemically Absorbed Drugs except Fixed Dose Combination of Metoclopramide with Aspirin/paracetamolFixed-dose combination · painkillers | Banned | GSR 603(E) | 24 August 2001 | Classic bans | Entry text as substituted vide GSR 603(E) dated 2001-08-24; original 1983/1988 notification superseded. |
| Phenobarbitone with Ergotamine And/or BelladonnaFixed-dose combination · painkillers | Banned | GSR 170(E) | 12 March 2001 | Classic bans | In force per CDSCO consumer list (1983-2017) |
| Analgin with any other DrugFixed-dose combination · painkillers | Banned | GSR 405(E) | 3 June 1996 | Classic bans | In force per CDSCO consumer list (1983-2017) |
| Oxyphenbutazone or Phenylbutazone with any other DrugFixed-dose combination · painkillers | Banned | GSR 633(E) | 13 September 1995 | Classic bans | In force per CDSCO consumer list (1983-2017) |
| Dextropropoxyphene with any other Drug other than Anti-Spasmodics And/or Non-Steriodal Anti-Inflammatory Drugs (Nsaids)Fixed-dose combination · painkillers | Banned | GSR 633(E) | 13 September 1995 | Classic bans | In force per CDSCO consumer list (1983-2017) |
| Crude Ergot Preparations except Those containing Ergotamine, Caffeine, Analgesics, Antihistamines for the Treatment of Migraine, HeadachesFixed-dose combination · painkillers | Banned | GSR 304(E) | 7 June 1991 | Classic bans | Entry text as substituted vide GSR 304(E) dated 1991-06-07; original 1983/1988 notification superseded. |
| Sedatives/ Hypnotics/anxiolytics with Analgesics-AntipyreticsFixed-dose combination · painkillers | Banned | GSR 999(E) | 26 December 1990 | Classic bans | In force per CDSCO consumer list (1983-2017) |
| AmidopyrineSingle molecule · painkillers | Banned | GSR 578(E) | 23 July 1983 | Classic bans | In force per CDSCO consumer list (1983-2017) |
| Atropine in Analgesics and AntipyreticsFixed-dose combination · painkillers | Banned | GSR 578(E) | 23 July 1983 | Classic bans | In force per CDSCO consumer list (1983-2017) |
| PhenacetinSingle molecule · painkillers | Banned | GSR 578(E) | 23 July 1983 | Classic bans | In force per CDSCO consumer list (1983-2017) |
| Vitamins with AnalgesicsFixed-dose combination · painkillers | Banned | GSR 578(E) | 23 July 1983 | Classic bans | In force per CDSCO consumer list (1983-2017) |