5 Questions
What is a spurious drug?
A drug formulated to resemble another popular brand
How was Procrit counterfeited in 2002?
It was watered down with non-sterile tap water
What penalty is prescribed under the Drugs and Cosmetics Act 1940 for manufacturing and selling spurious drugs?
Imprisonment
What is the global issue related to counterfeiting mentioned in the text?
Counterfeiting of commercial products
What risk did the counterfeit Procrit pose to patients?
Risk of infection from non-sterile tap water
Test your knowledge on counterfeit drugs and how to identify them with this quiz. Learn about the risks of spurious medications and how to distinguish them from genuine products.
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