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Fake antibiotic scam: Fake labels on ₹300 medicine sold at 26 to 30 times higher price

Fake antibiotic scam: Fake labels on ₹300 medicine sold at 26 to 30 times higher price
Image: TV9 Kannada

An investigation into a fake medicine network, which caused a stir across the state, revealed shocking details. The scam involved applying fake labels of international brands to common antibiotics priced between ₹200 and ₹300, selling them to the public at 26 to 30 times the actual cost. SIT has arrested seven accused in connection with the case and intensified the investigation.

Originally reported by TV9 Kannada Summarised from the source’s public news feed without altering the facts. Read the original report for the full story.
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