DOI: https://doi.org/10.63345/ijrmp.v13.i4.1
Bhavna Soren
Independent Researcher
Jharkhand, India
Abstract
Pharmaceutical waste management has emerged as a critical environmental and public health issue over the past few decades. With the exponential increase in the consumption of pharmaceutical products and the corresponding waste generation, challenges related to waste handling, disposal, and environmental contamination have intensified. This manuscript reviews the evolving landscape of pharmaceutical waste management, focusing on the challenges that arise from improper disposal practices and the potential sustainable solutions that can mitigate the adverse effects. Emphasis is placed on the regulatory frameworks, technological innovations, and sustainable waste management practices that have been implemented globally up to 2021. The paper also presents a statistical analysis that highlights trends in waste generation and management efficiency across different regions. By combining literature insights with empirical data, the study proposes an integrated approach that balances public health concerns with environmental sustainability, paving the way for improved regulatory practices and industry standards.
Keywords
Pharmaceutical Waste Management, Environmental Sustainability, Public Health, Sustainable Solutions, Regulatory Frameworks, Waste Disposal
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