Dr Sanyang made this discourse at the launching of the National Substandard and Falsified Medicines (NSFM) Plan at a local hotel.
He said substandard and falsified medicines, often referred to as SF medicines are pharmaceutical products that do not meet the required quality standards for efficacy, safety, and identity, thereby posing serious risks to patients and public health.
These products, Jerreh noted may contain incorrect ingredients, insufficient active ingredients, contaminants, or improper packaging and labeling. “The widespread circulation of SF medicines continues to pose substantial threat to public health, leading to ineffective treatment and increased risk of adverse health outcomes.”
He added: “The prevention, detection and response to substandard and falsified medicines and related products are the mandate of Medicine Control Agency in collaboration with the stakeholders.
Dr Sanyang delved into the National Substandard and Falsified Medicines (NSFM) Plan, which he said would ensure access to quality, safe and efficacious medicines for the people of The Gambia. “It will provide the road map for different activities that will ensure prevention, timely detection and rapid response for any substandard and falsified medicine.”
