Counterfeit drug ring sourced genuine Pfizer labels from Turkey

A Special Investigation Team (SIT) has traced international connections in Turkey in its ongoing probe into a counterfeit pharmaceutical racket allegedly operated by a former medical representative based in Karnataka. According to the investigation, the accused obtained authentic Pfizer labels from Turkish suppliers, which were then used to package and distribute contraband drugs in the Indian market. This revelation highlights the sophisticated nature of the operation, which relied on genuine packaging materials to lend credibility to substandard or counterfeit medications. The SIT's findings indicate that the racket extended beyond domestic supply chains, with overseas networks playing a critical role in sourcing branded packaging materials. The investigation continues to uncover the full extent of the distribution network and the quantities of fake drugs that may have entered the market through this illicit operation.