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Drug labelling, also known as prescription drug labelling, prescribing information, package insert, professional labelling, direction circular or package circular, is a written, printed or graphic matter upon any drugs or any of its container, or accompanying such a drug, characterized by informative and concise summary of drug on the basis of clinical evidence.

Functions
Drug labelling aims to:


 * identify the active ingredients and the exipents of a known drug.
 * render the essential information to healthcare practitioners required in drug prescription and dispensing.
 * provide guidance for patients to ensure safe and appropriate administration of medicine.