In this section you can read all the latest news about counterfeit and substandard medicines from around Europe and the world.
Canada and US in huge counterfeit haul and other selected news stories
Authorities in Canada and the US have joined forces to smash a counterfeiting ring, seizing fake goods worth an estimated $6.5 million. For further information,
New public-facing awareness raising video on counterfeit medicines
The International Federation of Pharmaceutical Manufacturers have just released a new educational video. Entitled “Watch out for false friends”, this video stars a genuine pill
Cost before care – what price patient safety?
French Drug Regulator speaks out to highlight risks of therapeutic substitution In its recent report, “When is a Medicine Not a Medicine?”, the European Alliance
Sanofi and Air France unite to protect patients
French pharmaceutical company, Sanofi, has joined forces with Air France in a novel campaign to help protect holiday-makers. Aware that, in the lead-up to Christmas, many