How to Spot Fake Alaxan, Diatabs, Common Medicines, According to FDA

The Food and Drug Administration on Thursday warned the public against buying counterfeit versions of popular painkillers and anti-diarrheals, citing their harmful effects.

Six over-the-counter medicines, which includes pain reliever Alaxan, antacid Kremil-S, and anti-diarrheal medicines Diatabs and Imodium, are among those flagged to have fake versions in the market.

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The public was also reminded to buy medicine only from FDA-licensed establishments to ensure quality and safety.

Here's the difference between authentic and counterfeit medicines, according to each product:

Alaxan

The capsule, knurling or ridge patterns along the surface, security marks, and print appearance are not comparable with the standard features of the registered product.

Medicol

The capsule, knurling, security marks, and print appearance are not comparable with the standard features of the registered product.

Buscopan

The appearance is not consistent with the original.

Kremil-S

The knurling and print appearance are not comparable with the standard features of the registered product.

Diatabs

The knurling, security marks, and print appearance are not comparable with the standard features of the registered product.

Imodium

The blister pattern and embossed batch details are not comparable with the standard features of the registered product.