THE EMERGENCE AND DEVELOPMENT OF PHARMACEUTICAL DEONTOLOGY: COUNTERFEIT MEDICINES: A GLOBAL PUBLIC HEALTH THREAT
Abstract
Counterfeit medicines represent a significant and growing challenge to global healthcare systems. These falsified pharmaceutical products may contain incorrect ingredients, improper dosages, or harmful substances, posing serious risks to patient safety. This article explores the scope of counterfeit medicines, their impact on public health, contributing factors, and strategies for prevention and control, supported by a review of relevant literature.
Keywords
Counterfeit medicines, falsified drugs, pharmaceutical quality, public health, drug regulation, supply chain, patient safety, antimicrobial resistance, global health
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- The Lancet Global Health (various articles on antimicrobial resistance and counterfeit drugs).
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