2015 Annual Training Conference & Anti-Fraud Expo

Counterfeit Pharmaceuticals (Room Seaport B)

18 Nov 15
3:25 PM - 4:25 PM

Tracks: Pharmacy & Part D Fraud

Counterfeit medicines are found everywhere in the world. They range from random mixtures of harmful toxic substances to inactive, ineffective preparations. Some look so similar to the genuine product that they deceive health professionals as well as patients. In this presentation attendees will learn current global trends involving the counterfeit pharmaceuticals supply chain and the impact on the U.S. health care system. Faculty will provide information on schemes to obtain these counterfeit drugs and resources available to the investigator to combat this problem.