DRAP urges the public to buy medicines exclusively from licensed and registered pharmacies


(Web Desk): The Drug Regulatory Authority of Pakistan (DRAP) has launched a nationwide crackdown against counterfeit medicines and has identified five fake drugs, urging the public to remain cautious.
DRAP has warned that "Sefem Capsules 400mg" have been declared counterfeit and may pose serious health risks to patients. Similarly, "Asphy Cough Syrup 125ml" has also been found to be fake and potentially harmful.
In addition, "Drofa-10 tablets" and "Dydrocare 10mg tablets" have been identified as substandard and counterfeit. DRAP has further declared "Droplex 10mg tablets" to be fake, warning that their use could lead to severe side effects.
The authority has cautioned that the use of counterfeit medicines can be life-threatening and urged doctors, pharmacists, and hospitals to maintain strict vigilance over suspicious drugs in the supply chain.
DRAP has appealed to the public to only purchase medicines from licensed and registered pharmacies, and advised that if any patient has used a suspicious medicine, they should immediately consult a nearby doctor or hospital.
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