Overview
- Act: Section 35D of the Pharmacy and Poisons Act, Cap 244
- Formed: 1992
- CEO:
The National Quality Control Laboratory (NQCL) in Kenya was established to ensure the quality of medicines, medical devices, and other health products. Its mandate includes conducting quality assurance tests, supporting the registration of pharmaceutical products, and providing laboratory services. The NQCL also engages in research and training, collaborates with international organizations, and advises the government on pharmaceutical policy. By maintaining high standards, the NQCL plays a crucial role in safeguarding public health against substandard and counterfeit medicines.
Functions
- Quality Assurance: Ensures the quality of medicines and health products through testing and evaluation.
- Laboratory Services: Provides analytical services for pharmaceutical products, including medicines and medical devices.
- Registration Support: Supports the registration of pharmaceutical products by providing necessary quality data.
- Research and Development: Engages in research to improve laboratory processes and methodologies.
- Capacity Building: Offers training and technical support to stakeholders in the pharmaceutical industry.
- Collaboration: Works with international bodies and local agencies to enhance pharmaceutical quality.
- Inspection: Conducts inspections of manufacturers and distributors to ensure compliance with regulations.
- Policy Formulation: Advises the government on policies related to pharmaceutical quality control.
- Public Awareness: Educates the public on the importance of quality medicines and health products.
- Data Management: Maintains records and databases on pharmaceutical products and laboratory activities.
Important Links
Address & Contacts
- P.O. Box 30028-00100, Nairobi, Kenya
- National Quality Control Laboratory, Hospital Road,
- KNH Complex, University of Nairobi School of Pharmacy Building, 2nd Floor
- info@nqcl.go.ke
- +254 20 271 1120 / +254 20 271 1384