Terms of Use

By accessing, browsing, or using the Nitof website ("Website") operated by Hetero Healthcare Limited ("Company"), you ("User") acknowledge that you have read, understood, and agree to be legally bound by these Terms & Conditions ("Terms") and our Privacy Policy. If you do not agree to these Terms, please discontinue use of the Website immediately.

These Terms constitute a legally binding agreement between you and Hetero Healthcare Limited and are governed by the laws of India.

IMPORTANT MEDICAL DISCLAIMER: The information on this Website is for educational and informational purposes only. It does not constitute medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Nitof (Nicotine Transdermal Patch) is a prescription (Rx) product. Always consult a qualified, licensed physician or healthcare professional before initiating, modifying, or discontinuing any medical treatment or therapy.

Specifically:

• Content on this Website does not replace professional medical consultation.
• Product information is provided for healthcare professional and patient awareness purposes only.
• Dosage, usage, and clinical guidance must be followed strictly as prescribed by a registered medical practitioner.
• Individual results may vary; the Company makes no guarantee of specific treatment outcomes.
• This Website is not intended for use in medical emergencies - dial 112 or your local emergency number in case of emergency.

This Website is intended for:

• Registered healthcare professionals (physicians, pharmacists, nurses) in India.
• Adult patients (18 years and above) seeking information about smoking cessation.
• General visitors seeking product and corporate information.

By using this Website you confirm that:

• You are at least 18 years of age.
• You are accessing the Website from within India or a jurisdiction where access is legally permitted.
• You will not misuse product information for any unlawful or unauthorized purpose.

All content on this Website, including but not limited to text, graphics, logos, product names, images, icons, audio clips, digital downloads, data compilations, and software ("Content"), is the exclusive property of Hetero Healthcare Limited or its content licensors and is protected under:

• The Copyright Act, 1957.
• The Trade Marks Act, 1999.
• The Patents Act, 1970.
• All applicable intellectual property laws of India and international conventions.

You may:

• View and download content for personal, non-commercial reference purposes only.
• Print a single copy of any page for personal, non-commercial use.

You may NOT:

• Reproduce, republish, distribute, transmit, sell, or commercially exploit any Content without prior written permission.
• Modify or create derivative works from Website content.
• Remove any proprietary notices, watermarks, or copyright labels.
• Use the "Nitof" brand, trade name, logo, or product name without authorization.

Users agree to use this Website only for lawful purposes. The following conduct is strictly prohibited:

• Uploading, posting, or transmitting unlawful, harmful, defamatory, obscene, or fraudulent content.
• Attempting to gain unauthorized access to any part of the Website, server, or connected database.
• Introducing viruses, malware, or other harmful code.
• Impersonating any person, healthcare professional, or Company representative.
• Using automated tools, bots, scrapers, or crawlers to extract Website data.
• Engaging in any conduct that may damage or overburden our servers or network infrastructure.
• Misrepresenting or misusing product information or clinical data.

All product information provided on the Nitof Website is consistent with regulatory approvals from the Central Drugs Standard Control Organisation (CDSCO) and complies with:

• Drugs and Cosmetics Act, 1940 and Rules, 1945.
• Uniform Code of Pharmaceutical Marketing Practices (UCPMP), 2024.
• CDSCO Schedule H prescription requirements.
• WHO Guidelines for Good Pharmaceutical Marketing Practices.

Promotional material displayed on this Website does not constitute an endorsement for self-medication. Nitof is a Schedule H (Rx) product and must only be dispensed upon a valid prescription from a licensed medical practitioner.

Hetero Healthcare Limited is committed to patient safety. If you experience any adverse drug reaction, unexpected side effect, or product quality issue related to Nitof, please report it immediately through the following channels:

Email: pharmacovigilance@heterohealthcare.com.

Website Contact Form: Write to us.

CDSCO PvPI Portal: https://pvpi.nic.in.

WHO VigiAccess: https://vigiaccess.org

All adverse event reports will be processed and submitted to the National Pharmacovigilance Programme (NPP) at CDSCO as required by Schedule Y of the Drugs and Cosmetics Act and applicable Good Pharmacovigilance Practices (GVP) guidelines.

To the fullest extent permitted by applicable law, Hetero Healthcare Limited and its affiliates, officers, directors, employees, and agents shall not be liable for:

• Any direct, indirect, incidental, consequential, or punitive damages arising from your use of or inability to use this Website.
• Errors, omissions, interruptions, or inaccuracies in Website content.
• Unauthorized access to or alteration of your data or transmissions.
• Loss or corruption of data resulting from use of the Website.
• Any third-party content, products, or services linked to from this Website.

Our total cumulative liability for any claim arising from the use of this Website shall not exceed INR 10,000 (Indian Rupees Ten Thousand Only).

This Website and its content are provided on an "AS IS" and "AS AVAILABLE" basis without warranties of any kind, whether express or implied, including but not limited to:

• Implied warranties of merchantability, fitness for a particular purpose, or non-infringement.
• Warranties regarding the accuracy, completeness, or timeliness of content.
• Warranties that the Website will be uninterrupted, secure, or error-free.

The Website may contain hyperlinks to external websites, medical databases, regulatory portals, or healthcare information platforms. These links are provided for informational convenience only. Hetero Healthcare Limited:

• Does not endorse, control, or assume responsibility for third-party content.
• Is not liable for any loss or damage arising from your use of third-party websites.
• Recommends that you review the terms and privacy policies of any external site before use.

You agree to indemnify, defend, and hold harmless Hetero Healthcare Limited, its parent company Hetero Group, subsidiaries, affiliates, officers, directors, and employees from and against any claims, liabilities, damages, losses, or expenses (including reasonable legal fees) arising out of or in connection with:

• Your violation of these Terms & Conditions.
• Your use or misuse of the Website or its content.
• Your violation of any third-party rights, including intellectual property or privacy rights.
• Any false, inaccurate, or misleading information provided by you.

We reserve the right to modify, suspend, or discontinue the Website (or any part thereof) at any time, with or without notice, for maintenance, upgrades, or other operational reasons. Hetero Healthcare shall not be liable to you or any third party for any modification, suspension, or discontinuation of the Website.

These Terms & Conditions are governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of India. Any dispute, controversy, or claim arising out of or in connection with these Terms shall be subject to:

Service Providers

• We may engage data processors (e.g., website hosting, analytics, email delivery) who process data strictly on our behalf under binding contractual obligations, including data processing agreements that require DPDP Act compliance.

Arbitration

• If unresolved, disputes shall be referred to binding arbitration in accordance with the Arbitration and Conciliation Act, 1996. The seat of arbitration shall be Hyderabad, Telangana, India. The arbitration shall be conducted in English by a sole arbitrator mutually agreed upon by both parties.

Jurisdiction

• Subject to the arbitration clause above, the courts at Hyderabad, Telangana shall have exclusive jurisdiction over any matters not subject to arbitration.

All promotional and informational content on this Website is governed by the Uniform Code of Pharmaceutical Marketing Practices (UCPMP) 2024 issued by the Department of Pharmaceuticals, Government of India. We are committed to:

• Ensuring all product claims are supported by clinical evidence and are consistent with approved prescribing information.
• Not offering gifts, gratification, or inducements to healthcare professionals in violation of UCPMP guidelines.
• Maintaining transparency in all communications with healthcare professionals.
• Not displaying content that misleads patients or healthcare professionals about the product's efficacy or safety.

Hetero Healthcare Limited reserves the right to update, revise, or modify these Terms at any time. Changes will be effective immediately upon posting to the Website. Continued use of the Website after any modification constitutes your acceptance of the revised Terms. We recommend reviewing these Terms periodically.

If any provision of these Terms is found to be invalid, unlawful, or unenforceable by a court of competent jurisdiction, such provision shall be severed from the remaining Terms, which shall continue in full force and effect.

No failure or delay by Hetero Healthcare Limited in exercising any right, power, or privilege under these Terms shall operate as a waiver thereof, nor shall any single or partial exercise of any right preclude any other or further exercise of such right.

By using the Nitof website, you confirm that you have read, understood, and agree to be bound by both the Privacy Policy and Terms & Conditions set forth in this document.

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