LAHORE: The Punjab Health and Population Department has issued an alert in Faisalabad over specific batches of medicines and injections declared harmful.
According to the department, a particular batch of muscle-strengthening tablets has been classified as unsafe for use.
Officials also identified a batch of steroid injections as harmful and directed authorities to prevent their sale and use.
The department ordered the immediate removal of the affected medicines and injections from the market.
Officials have also been instructed to remain vigilant during inspections and surveys across the city.
Authorities have further directed officials to take action under the Drug Act if they find any affected products during inspections.
The alert aims to prevent potentially harmful medicines from reaching consumers and reduce health risks associated with their use.
Officials are expected to monitor pharmacies and other medicine outlets to ensure that the identified batches are withdrawn.
The department’s action follows concerns over the safety and quality of medicines available in the local market.
Meanwhile, authorities have urged relevant officials to ensure strict compliance with the withdrawal instructions.
The measures are intended to stop the distribution of the affected products and protect the public from potential harm.
The health department’s alert specifically applies to the identified batches and does not indicate that all medicines in the respective categories are unsafe.
