BigstockA syndicate is actively distributing counterfeit medicines targeting the small-town pharmacies, police sayPolice on Friday claimed to have busted a factory producing counterfeit medicine in Dhaka. The arrestees have been identified as Tariqul Islam, Sayed Al Mamun, Saidul Islam, Monwar, Abdul Latif, Nazmul Dhali and Sagar Ahmed Milon. Also Read - Fake Covid-19 test: 3 officials of TKS Healthcare put on 5-day remandAccording to AC Hafiz, Tariqul Islam and Sayed Al Mamun had set up the illegal factory, where Saidul Islam was the main manufacturer and Monwar and Abdul Latif were working as his assistants. After manufacturing, Nazmul Dhali used to distribute the counterfeit medicines in the market through some groups in the Mitford area in Dhaka, he said. The officer said a syndicate is actively distributing counterfeit medicines, which are more dangerous than any narcotics in the country, and targeting the small-town pharmacies.

Source: Dhaka Tribune September 03, 2021 13:30 UTC