Chapter 3. I am wary of fake medecines

Medicines are very specific products. It is essential to adhere to a few rules to improve their effectiveness and safety. Although healthcare workers are trained to supervise people and assist them in their treatment, the community also have a very important role to play.
Knowing how to respond when faced with disease, how to follow the rules for using medicines, knowing how to prevent diseases, understanding the official drug distribution channels, being aware of the risks related to self-medication and the illegal market for medicines, are all knowledge to be shared, particularly with future generations, through dialogue, exchange, sharing ideas and knowledge.

î Part .1 The legal distribution channel for medicines

This lesson familiarises the learner with drug supply channels.
Overview of the legal drug distribution channel from manufacture to distribution. This topic stresses the dangers related to street medicines.

î Part .2  Why are there fake medicines?

This purpose of this lesson is to identify factors which drive trafficking in fake medicines. The learner will be able to develop effective strategies to counter this phenomenon.
     - Sources of the problem
    - Five reasons not to buy medicines outside of the official drug distribution channels

î Part .3 Identifying real medicines from fake ones

The fight against fake medicines is a constant challenge that requires everyone’s participation. Constant vigilance is highly recommended at all times. The learner will have the challenging task of distinguishing between real medicines and fake ones.

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