Position Papers

TAKING A STAND AGAINST COUNTERFEIT MEDICINES

The issue of counterfeit medicines, and their inherent dangers, is one of global concern. Many patient associations and health care organizations from around the world have expressed their opinions as to how best to combat counterfeit medicines, and the urgency of this struggle.

The following are position statements on counterfeit medicines from some of these groups:

ICN

International Council of Nurses (ICN)

PMA

Pharmaceutical Manufacturer's Association of South Africa

IFPMA

International Federation of Pharmaceutical Manufacturers & Associations

IPA

Irish Patient Association