The Drug Regulatory Authority of Pakistan (DRAP) released an advisory about an illegal antibiotic drugs, Furoxime removal 100mg/5ml, which is still available in the market.
Drug Testing Laboratory
The Drug Testing Laboratory Pindi stated that the drug is fake and of poor quality. Also, the drug’s packaging includes a fictitious address in Karachi.
The use of this counterfeit drug can cause severe reactions and harm to patients. In response, the DRAP directed teams to seize all Furoxime suspension stocks from the market.
The DRAP has also ordered that the remaining stock of the imitations drug be immediately confined.
Regulatory Field Drive
Furthermore, supplier data must be stipulated to the Regulatory Field Drive (including DRAP, Provincial, and State Drug Control Administrations) to help remove these products from the market.
According to DRAP, buyers ought to discontinue this item immediately. They ought to see their doctor or physician if they have any problems after taking or using this medication.
Drug Regulatory Authority
In addition, events must be stated to the Drug Regulatory Authority of Pakistan or the National Pharmacovigilance Centre.
All medicinal products can be purchased from licenced pharmacies and other authorised retail locations. It is critical to check the authenticity and condition of products before purchasing them.
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