Belize’s Ministry of Health & Wellness (MOHW) is aadvising the public that during routine surveillance activities, counterfeit Sudagrip was encountered at a retail outlet in the Stann Creek District. The medicine was immediately seized and the ministry started an investigation and removal of all products found countrywide.
The public is advised to become familiar with the presentation of this counterfeit medicine and to look out for the product.
The ministry recommends the following:
• Avoid the purchase and consumption of said counterfeit medicine to safeguard your health.
• Report to the Ministry of Health & Wellness if you have encountered this medicine or any medicines that you suspect to be counterfeit at inspectoratemohw@health.gov.bz or call 822-2325.
• Obtain your medications only from distributors or health facilities that hold a valid license from the Ministry of Health & Wellness.
