Bone Cements

Bone cements are characterised as biomaterials that are created by combining a liquid phase with a powder phase. They have the ability to form a paste that may be implanted and moulded. ECS provides CDSCO Medical certification for Bone Cements.

Bone cement is a type of medical adhesive used in orthopedic procedures to fill the gaps between bones and prosthesis. It is a mixture of a polymer powder and a liquid monomer that forms a dough-like substance when mixed together. The dough-like substance then hardens to form a strong bond between the bone and the prosthesis.

The Central Drugs Standard Control Organization (CDSCO) is the national regulatory body for pharmaceuticals and medical devices in India. CDSCO has established guidelines for the manufacturing, marketing, and distribution of bone cements in India to ensure their safety, efficacy, and quality.

CDSCO has mandated that all bone cements must be manufactured according to Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) guidelines to ensure their quality and safety. The manufacturers must also obtain a valid manufacturing license from CDSCO before producing and selling bone cements in India.

CDSCO also requires all bone cements to undergo testing for their physicochemical properties, biocompatibility, sterility, and shelf-life stability before they can be approved for marketing and distribution. The testing must be conducted in accredited laboratories, and the results must meet the specifications outlined by CDSCO.

In addition, CDSCO has established guidelines for the labeling and packaging of bone cements to ensure their safe use by healthcare professionals. The labeling must include the name and address of the manufacturer, the composition of the bone cement, the indications for use, and the precautions to be taken while using the bone cement.

It is important for healthcare professionals to follow the instructions provided by the manufacturer and CDSCO while using bone cements to ensure their safe and effective use. Any adverse events related to the use of bone cements must be reported to CDSCO as per the guidelines provided by them.

Overall, CDSCO plays a critical role in ensuring the safety, efficacy, and quality of bone cements used in orthopedic procedures in India. It is important for manufacturers, healthcare professionals, and patients to adhere to the guidelines established by CDSCO for the safe and effective use of bone cements.