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Gilead takes legal action against counterfeit HIV drug network 

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US pharma giant Gilead Sciences has accused a network of unauthorised suppliers and distributors of selling more than $250 million of counterfeit versions of its HIV medications. This works to ensure the safety and efficacy of the drugs received by patients.

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Warning of counterfeit ivermectin tablets sold via social media

Sciensano

The FAMHP and Sciensano are warning about counterfeit ivermectin tablets that are being used for self-medication against COVID -19. Investigations show that these counterfeit ivermectin tablets are systematically underdosed or seriously contaminated with bacteria. Do you have doubts about a website or a medicine?

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Gilead Sues Distributors Selling Counterfeit HIV Drugs

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Gilead Sciences has been seizing counterfeit versions of its HIV drugs Biktarvy and Descovy since last year and is now suing distributors who have been behind selling the illicit medications. The counterfeit drugs were being sold across several states in the US over the past two years. While Biktarvy brought in $7.3

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PharmacyChecker Online Pharmacy Authentication Role Recognized in OECD/EU Report on Counterfeit Drugs

Pharmacy Checkers

When I read fancy-looking international reports that address the problem of counterfeit drugs, too seldom is our work recognized in verifying international online pharmacies in a manner that saves the lives of consumers looking online for affordable medicine. It is designed to help users identify reputable and trustworthy businesses.

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Immigrants Buying Meds on the Street: A Problem of High Drug Prices and Fears of Deportation

Pharmacy Checkers

A lot of media coverage about counterfeit drug threats in the U.S. are spurred by the media relations efforts of organizations funded by pharmaceutical companies, such as the Alliance for Safe Online Pharmacies and Partnership for Safe Medicines. The safety issues here are clear as day. Some were expired.

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What is a “legitimate” drug or online pharmacy?

Pharmacy Checkers

On the subjects of drug importation, online pharmacy verification, drug safety and affordability, the word “legitimate” is thrown around a lot. In the DSCSA, an “illegitimate” drug is one that is “is counterfeit, diverted, or stolen.” Counterfeit, substandard, and adulterated drugs are generally unsafe and potentially deadly.

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RFID: The future of smart labelling?

Pharmaceutical Technology

Various uses soon became apparent including those for supply chain management, anti-counterfeiting, and to improve patient safety. In recent times, suppliers have also chosen other systems that rely on blockchain and sensors to track drug supply and reduce the influx of counterfeit drugs.