To establish a pharmacy or medical shop, adhere to the following requirements:

1. Minimum Premises Area: A minimum area of 10 square meters is required for a medical shop or pharmacy, while a combined retail and wholesale business needs at least 15 square meters.

2. Clear Height: The premises should meet the clear height requirements as per the National Building Code of India, 2005, as amended from time to time.

3. Storage Facility: Ensure your premises have refrigerators and air conditioners to store drugs as per labeling specifications. Certain drugs, like vaccines, Sera, Insulin Injections, etc., must be stored in refrigerators.

4. Technical Staff:

a. Manufacturing: Employ both technical staff for manufacturing and technical staff for testing.
b. Wholesale: Conduct sales in the presence of a registered pharmacist or a competent person with at least one year of experience in dealing with drugs or a person with an S.S.L.C. degree and four years of experience in dealing with drugs, approved by the Drug Control Department.
c. Retail: A registered pharmacist must be present throughout the working hours.

5. Commercial Premises: Obtain licenses for drug sales only at commercial premises or premises independent of residential spaces. Refer to the guidance issued by the state drug office for clarification.

6. Location-Based License: If your business operates at multiple locations, secure a separate license for each place.

7. State-Wise Licensing: In case your business operates in more than two states, obtain a drug license in every state where operations are carried out. Drug licenses are location-specific, and within-state applications should include all sites.

8. Import License: For importers of drugs or cosmetics, the Drugs and Cosmetics Act ensures the safety, effectiveness, and conformity of products to state quality standards. To import Schedule X drugs or cosmetics into India, obtain a license specifically for this purpose.