Investigation reveals 15,000 fake antibiotic vials distributed over 1.5 years in Karnataka

An investigation into fake medicines in Karnataka revealed that approximately 15,000 vials of two fake antibiotics were distributed over the last one and a half years. The antibiotics, named Zavicefta and Emblaveo, are stated to be Pfizer's products. Authorities revealed that the accused were operating this network since April 2025, using generic medicines filled in vials and applying Pfizer labels to make them appear as genuine drugs.