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LEADERs in the Fight Against Counterfeit Drugs
In the past two weeks, the Partnership for Safe Medicines issued two SafeMeds Alerts about counterfeit insulin pen needles and herbal medication adulterated with dangerously high levels of undeclared pharmaceuticals in the United Kingdom. It is tempting to disregard these alerts since the drugs were found in England, not the United States. But in today’s global environment, we are all at risk when these unsafe products move through the drug supply chain undetected.
[...]Limiting Illegal Online Pharmacies Through International Cooperation
A recent U.S. study revealed that of 365 online pharmacies, only two were legitimate. So how can we realistically address this problem?
[...]Consumer Protection Group Opposes Drug Importation Bill
Partnership for Safe Medicines speaks clearly about the dangers of importing prescription drugs from Canada in its statement regarding the proposed “Pharmaceutical Market Access and Drug Safety Act” sponsored by Senators Dorgan (D-ND), Snowe (R-ME), McCain (R-AZ) and Stabenow (D-MI), which would allow for prescription drug importation.
[...]Proceed with Caution: Safely Purchasing from Online Pharmacies
As today’s economy has more and more people struggle to reduce costs, it is easy to understand why many consumers find purchasing medications online attractive. But online purchases represent the most dangerous example of “buyer beware”: the money you might save through an unverified online drug seller may cost you or your loved ones loss of health or life.
[...]Empowering the FDA to Stop Counterfeit Drugs
After years of neglect, I’m glad to see Congress give drug safety the attention it deserves. Last week, Reps. John D. Dingell (D-MI 15), Frank Pallone, Jr. (D-NJ 06) and Bart Stupak (D-MI 01) introduced the Food and Drug Administration Globalization Act of 2009 (H.R.759). In addition to addressing several food safety issues, the proposed legislation addresses the real threat of substandard and counterfeit drugs.
[...]Expired Medication Found in US-Based Pharmacy Chains
It is important to remember that unsafe drugs are not confined to overseas and online pharmacies. Expired medications could be for sale at your corner drugstore.
[...]Partnership for Safe Medicines Site Map
SITE MAP About Partnership for Safe Medicines Members Board of Directors Press Releases Contact Us Counterfeit Drugs: Stay Informed News Archives Alerts & Drug Warnings Safe Options for Buying Rx Drugs VIPPS Program Save Savings Protecting Yourself & Your Family SAFEDRUG SafeMeds Alert System 10 Ways you can fight counterfeit drugs Become An Expert Need…
[...]Partnership for Safe Medicines Arms Public Against Counterfeit Drugs
Consumer protection group's new resource helps Americans cut prescription costs without compromising drug safety.
WASHINGTON – A collection of online educational materials are now available for free to consumers to help fend off the dangers of contaminated or counterfeit drugs. Unveiled today by the Partnership for Safe Medicines, Consumer Resources is designed to help consumers ensure the safety of their prescription drugs and includes guides on safely purchasing medicines online and how to save money without compromising drug safety.
[...]About The Partnership For Safe Medicines
About Partnership For Safe Medicines Counterfeit drugs are a serious patient safety problem. The Partnership for Safe Medicines is working together to protect the safety of your prescription drugs. Download our organizational profile book. [PDF] The Partnership for Safe Medicines is a group of not-for-profit organizations and individuals that have policies, procedures, or programs to…
[...]Counterfeit Drugs and Baby Formula
Four infants are dead and more than 54,000 children in China have suffered from kidney stones and kidney failure this past year as a result of baby formula and powdered milk tainted with melamine, an industrial chemical used to make plastics, glue and is found in pesticides. The toxin found its way into the milk products from more than 30 Chinese companies because of its ability to make the milk appear high in protein.
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