Ministry Intensifies Market Surveillance After Fake Medicine Discovery
Summary
Following the discovery of fake Seroflo Rotacaps 250 in the market, Nepal's Ministry of Health and Food Hygiene has increased inspections across pharmacies to ensure medicine safety and quality.
Key Points
- The Ministry of Health and Food Hygiene has increased market surveillance after fake Seroflo Rotacaps 250 medicines were found.
- 66 pharmacies were inspected across multiple locations including Maharajgunj, Bir Hospital, Patan, Baspark, and Banepa.
- A pharmacy in Banepa was closed after recovery of 21 fake Seroflo Rotacaps 250 medicines and further investigation began.
- Authorities are identifying individuals and organizations involved in the fake medicine trade and legal actions will be taken.
