Counterfeit drugs and drug abuse
Learning objective
This chapter deals with two important social issues derived from pharmaceutical products: counterfeit drugs and drug abuse. It explains what counterfeit drugs are, how they are used, the prevalence of counterfeiting of medicines around the world, and the anti-counterfeiting measures taken by different agencies. It also examines the origins, categories, and chemistry of abused drugs. Students need to be aware of the difficult situations these drugs can create.
Key concept terms
Abused drug
a drug used in a non-therapeutic way
Active ingredient
active pharmaceutical ingredient
Antihistamine
drug that counteracts the effects of the body’s histamine
AIDS
Acquired Immune Deficiency Syndrome ...
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