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The Digest:

The National Agency for Food and Drug Administration and Control (NAFDAC) has issued a public alert over falsified batches of Postinor-2, a popular emergency contraceptive pill, found in circulation. The presence of these counterfeit pills poses serious health risks to unsuspecting consumers and leads to potential contraceptive failure.

Key Points:
  • NAFDAC issued a public warning about fake Postinor-2.
  • The counterfeit packs have a misspelt "Veify" sticker and "Distributed" text.
  • Two falsified batches with specific batch numbers were identified.
  • The fake pills can lead to contraceptive failure and exposure to toxic substances.
  • They may contain incorrect or harmful dosages of active ingredients.
  • NAFDAC advised consumers to buy only from licensed pharmacies.
  • The agency is currently working to trace the source of the products.
The NAFDAC alert underscores the persistent threat of counterfeit drugs in Nigeria.

Sources: Vanguard