Definition: Drugs manufactured and sold with the intent to misrepresent its origin, authenticity, chemical composition, and or efficacy. Counterfeit drugs may contain inappropriate quantities of ingredients not listed on the label or package. In order to further deceive the consumer, the packaging, container, or labeling, may be inaccurate, incorrect, or fake.
entry term DRUG COUNTERFEITING: coordinate with FRAUD
Other names Medicines, Counterfeit; Drugs, Fake; Drugs, Counterfeit; Counterfeiting, Drug; Fake Drugs; Drug Counterfeiting; Counterfeit Medicines
