CDSCO releases 2026 list of new dental antibiotics, anesthetics, antivirals

The Central Drugs Standard Control Organisation (CDSCO) has published its 2026 list of newly approved dental drugs, including antibiotics, local anesthetics and antivirals. These approvals expand the therapeutic arsenal for dentists in India, offering updated options for infection control, pain management and antiviral prophylaxis. Dosage and administration details are provided in the CDSCO guidelines. All listed drugs are now available nationwide.