‘Spurious’ anti-cancer, anti-diabetic drugs worth over Rs 6 cr seized in Kolkata

In a major action against illicit trade of spurious drugs, huge quantity of anti-cancer, anti-diabetic, and other drugs suspected to be spurious has been seized following a raid at a wholesale unit in Kolkata.

The seizure was made following a joint investigation by the Central Drugs Standard Control Organization (CDSCO), East Zone, and the Drugs Control Directorate, West Bengal.

The raid was carried out at M/s Care and Cure For You in Kolkata, reported PIB.

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The investigation has led to the arrest of the accused, a woman identified as the proprietor of the wholesale firm, who was taken into custody by the Drugs Inspector of CDSCO, East Zone.

“The drugs, labelled as being manufactured in various countries including Ireland, Turkey, the USA, and Bangladesh, were found without any supporting documents to prove their legitimate importation into India. In the absence of such documentation, these drugs are deemed to be spurious,” the report said.

 The investigating team also discovered several empty packing materials, further raising concerns over the authenticity of the seized products.

The total market value of the drugs seized is estimated at approximately Rs 6.60 crore. 

Meanwhile, samples of the drugs have been sent for quality testing. The remaining seized quantity is being kept in safe custody by the CDSCO.