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The document outlines the Essential Drugs List (EDL) and Essential Consumables List (ECL), highlighting their importance in fulfilling healthcare needs and daily hospital operations. EDL includes safe and effective medicines like Paracetamol and Amoxicillin, while ECL comprises essential items such as syringes and gloves. Both lists aim to promote rational use and availability of medical resources in healthcare settings.

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Edl Ecl Notes and MCQ Dmer

The document outlines the Essential Drugs List (EDL) and Essential Consumables List (ECL), highlighting their importance in fulfilling healthcare needs and daily hospital operations. EDL includes safe and effective medicines like Paracetamol and Amoxicillin, while ECL comprises essential items such as syringes and gloves. Both lists aim to promote rational use and availability of medical resources in healthcare settings.

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EDL & ECL – Essential Drugs and

Consumables List
Summary Notes
✅ EDL (Essential Drugs List): A list of medicines that fulfill the primary healthcare needs of
the population. Prepared by WHO and the Government of India. These drugs are safe,
effective, and cost-efficient.

✅ ECL (Essential Consumables List): A list of essential medical items required for daily
operations in hospitals. Includes syringes, gloves, IV sets, etc.

📦 Examples of EDL Drugs (NLEM India):


• Paracetamol, Ibuprofen – Analgesics

• Amoxicillin, Ceftriaxone – Antibiotics

• Metformin, Insulin – Antidiabetics

• Amlodipine, Atenolol – Antihypertensives

• Omeprazole, ORS – GI Drugs

• Iron-Folic Acid, Vitamin A – Nutritional Supplements

• Chlorhexidine, Povidone iodine – Antiseptics

• BCG, DPT, Polio – Vaccines

🧰 Examples of ECL (Consumables):


• Syringes & Needles – For injections

• IV Sets – For IV fluid and medication

• Gloves – Personal protection

• Cotton, Gauze – Wound dressing

• Surgical blades – Minor surgeries

• Catheters – Urinary drainage

• Masks & Aprons – Infection control

🎓 Mnemonic:
“Every Doctor Loves Essentials” – EDL for Drugs, ECL for Logistics (consumables)
MCQ Test – EDL & ECL
1. Which of the following drugs is listed under the National List of Essential Medicines
(NLEM) in India?

 A. Paracetamol
 B. Sildenafil
 C. Multivitamin Gummies
 D. Ciprofloxacin

✅ Answer: A. Paracetamol

2. What does ECL primarily include?

 A. Tablets
 B. Injections
 C. Consumables like gauze, syringes
 D. Vaccines

✅ Answer: C. Consumables like gauze, syringes

3. Which of the following is NOT a part of EDL?

 A. Amoxicillin
 B. Zinc sulfate
 C. Ibuprofen
 D. Cotton gauze

✅ Answer: D. Cotton gauze

4. Which vitamin is included in the essential drugs list?

 A. Vitamin C
 B. Vitamin A
 C. Vitamin E
 D. Vitamin K

✅ Answer: B. Vitamin A

5. What is the main purpose of EDL and ECL in hospitals?

 A. Increase drug prices


 B. Promote rational use and availability
 C. Encourage imports
 D. Replace branded medicines

✅ Answer: B. Promote rational use and availability

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