How to Spot Fake Pain Killers, Diarrhea and Cold Medicine
Here's a visual guide from the FDA.
The Food and Drug Administration warned consumers Tuesday against buying fake medicine as it noted the possible health risks.
Consumers should only buy medicine from FDA-licensed establishments, the regulator said in an advisory.
The FDA noted signs to look out for in some of the most common over-the-counter medicines to check whether these are real or fake:
1. Mefenamic Acid (Ponstan®) 500mg Tablet
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2. Loperamide (Diatabs®) 2mg Capsule
3. Carbocisteine (Solmux®) 500mg Capsule
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4. Phenylephrine HCl / Chlorphenamine Maleate / Paracetamol (Neozep® Forte) 10mg/2mg/500mg Tablet
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