Our Story
The Medicine House – Drugbank, founded on 11th December 2005 by the esteemed advocate Shri Harshadbhai H. Acharya in Bhavnagar, aims to provide free medications to those in need.
Recognizing the high cost of medical treatments and the constant demand for medications, Drugbank alleviates the financial burden for underprivileged patients. Guided by the principle “Service to Humanity is Service to God,” our initiative ensures that essential medications are accessible to everyone, regardless of their financial situation.
We rely on the generosity of Bhavnagar’s citizens and doctors, who donate unused and surplus medications. We also collect medications through the drugboxes placed at various locations across the city. Our team meticulously sorts and classifies these donations, removing expired drugs and distributing usable ones free of charge based on prescriptions from registered doctors.
On average, we serve 100 to 170 patients daily, fulfilling around 3600 prescriptions each month and distributing medications worth approximately twelve lakh rupees monthly. This effort significantly impacts the community, offering crucial support to those who need it most.
A diverse group of dedicated volunteers, including doctors, legal professionals, engineers, industrialists, and community members, drives the Medicine House’s mission. These selfless individuals work tirelessly to expand our services, aiming to provide free medication kits for chronic diseases and promote health awareness.
With the blessings of revered leaders and strong community support, we remain committed to serving humanity with faith and dedication.
What the Drugbank expects from you
Place a drug box at a suitable location in your neighbourhood. Encourage residents to deposit their unused medications and make sure to deliver collected medications at Drugbank.
If any acquaintances working in pharmaceutical companies, arrange for sample medications to be supplied to the Drugbank regularly.
Inspire children and youth to engage in community service by volunteering at the Drugbank for two hours whenever possible.
Refer needy individuals to the Medicine House – Drugbank to receive free medications based on a doctor’s prescription.
Visit the Medicine House – Drugbank during good and bad family occasions and make a contribution.
Help in identifying donors who can donate new medications daily worth approximately Rs.10,000.
Timings of the Medicine House - Drugbank
Medicines are distributed free of cost to the needy patients from 5:30 PM to 8:30 PM except Sundays.