Jan Aushadhi Encyclopedia Part 7: The Product Basket — Beyond Medicines

A common misconception is that Jan Aushadhi Kendras only sell basic tablets like Paracetamol. In reality, as of May 2026, the product basket has expanded into a comprehensive healthcare supermarket.

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1. The Medicine Portfolio (2,100+ Items)

The PMBJP covers almost all therapeutic categories found in the National List of Essential Medicines (NLEM).

• Chronic Diseases: High-quality medicines for Diabetes, Hypertension, Cardiac Care, and Cholesterol.
• Specialized Drugs: Anti-cancer drugs, immunosuppressants, and psychiatric medicines.
• Acute Care: Antibiotics, painkillers, cough syrups, and anti-allergics.
• Ayurvedic Support: A growing range of traditional Ayurvedic formulations under the “Jan Aushadhi” brand.

2. The Surgical & Device Segment (300+ Items)

You can now find a wide array of medical hardware and consumables at Jan Aushadhi prices:

• Diagnostic Tools: Digital Blood Pressure Monitors, Glucometers, Pulse Oximeters, and Digital Thermometers.
• Daily Consumables: Bandages, Gauze, Cotton, IV sets, and Syringes.
• Support Gear: Knee caps, L.S. Belts (Back support), Cervical collars, and walking sticks.
• Nebulizers & Vaporizers: High-quality electrical nebulizers at nearly 60-70% lower prices than leading brands.

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3. The Suvidha Sanitary Pad Revolution

One of the most impactful products in the Jan Aushadhi basket is the Janaushadhi Suvidha Sanitary Napkin.

• Price: Just ₹1 per pad (Pack of 4 for ₹4).
• Eco-Friendly: These are Oxo-biodegradable pads, meaning they break down naturally in the soil, unlike plastic-heavy branded pads.
• Impact: This initiative has significantly improved menstrual hygiene in rural and underprivileged urban areas, where branded pads are an unaffordable luxury.

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4. Nutraceuticals & Wellness

Recognizing the shift toward preventive healthcare, PMBI has introduced a “Wellness” category:

• Jan Aushadhi Protein: High-quality protein powders (including specialized Whey Protein for women).
• Multivitamin Supplements: B-Complex, Zinc, Vitamin D3, and Calcium tablets.
• Malt-based Food: Health drinks for children and elderly.
• Nicotine Gum: Supporting the national tobacco-cessation program.

5. “Jan Aushadhi” Brand Quality

All these products are sold under the unified Jan Aushadhi brand. This ensures that even for medical devices, the consumer gets the same “NABL Tested” guarantee that they get with medicines.

Summary

The goal of Jan Aushadhi is to become a One-Stop Shop for all healthcare needs. Whether you need a monthly prescription for heart health or a digital BP monitor for your parents, the Kendra provides it all under one roof.

In Part 8, we explore the Digital Health tools that make finding these products easier than ever.

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Next: Part 8 - Digital Health: The Sugam App & AI Forecasting