What is GMP

 GMP stands for Good Manufacturing Practice.

It is a system that ensures products are consistently produced and controlled according to quality standards. GMP is especially important in pharmaceuticals, food, cosmetics, and medical devices.

🔍 Key Principles of GMP:

1. ✅ Hygiene & Cleanliness: Facilities and equipment must be clean and maintained.

2. 📋 Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs): Clear written procedures for every process.

3. 🧪 Quality Control: Testing raw materials, in-process materials, and finished products.

4. 👩‍🔬 Qualified Personnel: Only trained individuals should perform specific jobs.

5. 🏭 Validated Equipment and Processes: Equipment and manufacturing processes must perform as expected.

6. 🗂️ Documentation: Everything must be documented – “If it’s not written down, it didn’t happen.”

7. 🔐 Product Traceability: Ability to trace each batch from start to finish.

8. 🚫 Contamination Prevention: Prevent mix-ups and cross-contamination.

📌 Why GMP is Important:

Ensures product safety, quality, and efficacy.

Helps avoid recalls, contamination, or defective products.

Complies with regulatory requirements (e.g., US FDA, WHO, EU EMA,

 Indian CDSCO).