QUIZ 2 HPC

Which government agency is responsible for regulating pharmaceuticals in Malaysia?

• JAKIM

• NPRA

• MATRADE

• MOF

The main legislation governing the control of drugs in Malaysia is:

• Sale of Drugs Act 1952

• Poison Act 1960

• Dangerous Drugs Act 1952

• Halal Act 2000

The MS2424 standard is specifically related to:

• Halal cosmetics

• Halal pharmaceuticals

• Halal food and beverages

• Halal logistics

Which division under the Ministry of Health oversees product registration and post-market surveillance?

• Centre for Quality Control

• Centre for Product Registration

• Centre for Investigational New Product

• Pharmacy Enforcement Division

The concept of Halal Toyyiban emphasizes that products must be:

• Only permissible for Muslims

• Pure, wholesome, safe, and beneficial

• Certified locally before export

• Free from genetically modified ingredients

Which of the following best describes Malaysia's healthcare system?

• Insurance-based only

• Fully private system

• Government universal healthcare + private system

• NGO-based community healthcare

Informed consent in pharmaceuticals includes:

• Forcing patients to accept treatment

• Patients understanding origins of their medication

• Ignoring patient concerns on religious matters

• Doctors making sole decisions without consultation

Which of the following is NOT a sector under the Halal industry in Malaysia?

• Logistics

• Pharmaceuticals

• Medical Devices

• Nuclear Technology

Which of the following is a driving factor for Halal pharmaceuticals?

• Limited consumer awareness

• Muslim population growth

• Decreasing global demand

• Lack of certification standards

The Pharmacy Enforcement Division primarily combats:

• Increasing demand for generics

• Counterfeit and illegal medicines

• Over-prescription of antibiotics

• Rising healthcare costs