NEW DELHI
The U.K.’s policy towards Ayurveda products is not part of negotiations on the India-UK Free Trade Agreement (FTA), The Hindu has learnt. The U.K. grants Traditional Herbal Registration for herbal or homeopathic medicines that are used to treat minor health conditions. But use of Ayurveda for serious health issues will require stringent tests.
“To be authorised for treatment of a major health condition, an ayurvedic product would need to provide robust clinical trials data proving safety, quality and efficacy that meets the requirements for full marketing authorization,” The Hindu was told by sources familiar with the UK’s policy on Ayurveda products.
