Inquiry Ordered After Patient Given Expired Medicine at Gotri Hospital

A major controversy has erupted at Gotri GMERS Hospital in Vadodara after a patient was reportedly administered expired medicine, triggering concern, outrage, and swift action from authorities. The incident has raised serious questions about the hospital’s internal monitoring system, medicine storage protocols, and overall patient safety practices.

According to initial reports, the patient—admitted for routine treatment—was given a drug that had crossed its expiry date, leading to immediate discomfort and a reaction that alerted the attending family members. The family quickly informed hospital staff, following which the matter escalated to senior medical officers.

Hospital Administration Orders Immediate Inquiry

Following the uproar, the hospital administration ordered a high-level internal inquiry to investigate:

• How an expired medicine remained in the active stock

• Who was responsible for checking and replacing batch inventories

• Whether the lapse occurred due to negligence or system failure

• Whether similar expired stock exists in other departments

Authorities have also instructed all departments to conduct an urgent audit of medicine shelves and storage rooms to ensure no outdated drugs are in circulation.

State Health Department Seeks Report

Taking the issue seriously, the Gujarat Health Department has sought a detailed report on the incident. Officials have emphasized that such lapses are unacceptable—especially in government hospitals that serve thousands daily.

Sources indicate that if negligence is confirmed, strict disciplinary action will be taken against the responsible staff members, including suspension or departmental inquiry.

Patient’s Condition Stable

Hospital officials stated that the patient is stable and recovering, adding that timely intervention prevented serious complications. However, the patient’s family has demanded accountability and a written explanation from the hospital administration.

Public Anger and Safety Concerns

The incident has sparked widespread anger among local residents and patient-rights groups, who argue that expired medicine being administered is a critical failure of basic healthcare protocols. They have demanded:

• Transparency in the inquiry

• Regular third-party audits of medical inventory

• Better oversight in government hospitals

Many also took to social media, highlighting that the incident reflects larger systemic issues that need urgent reform.

Hospital Promises Corrective Measures

Gotri Hospital has acknowledged the seriousness of the situation and assured that corrective measures will be implemented immediately, including:

• Improved stock rotation practices

• Digital tracking of medicine expiry dates

• Staff training on pharmacy protocols

The administration has promised that such an incident will “not be repeated under any circumstances.”