On August 12, 2026, the Rapid Action Battalion (RAB)-13 seized 349 bottles of counterfeit cough syrup resembling Phensedyl's Fairdyl and ESKuf brands in Lalmonirhat's Dhaolai village. The seizure was made following a raid conducted by a team from RAB-13's Nilphamari camp in a bamboo grove at 2:35 am. The fugitive responsible managed to evade capture by leaving the illegal goods behind.
The seized drugs, consisting of 156 bottles of Fairdyl and 193 bottles of ESKuf, were handed over to the Hatibandha police station in Lalmonirhat. A case has been filed under the Narcotics Control Act, 2018, and further legal action will be taken by the police. Authorities are now investigating the source and distribution network of these counterfeit medicines.
This operation highlights the ongoing efforts by law enforcement agencies to combat the illegal drug trade in Bangladesh. Counterfeit and contraband drugs pose significant health risks to consumers, and the authorities are committed to curbing these activities to ensure public safety.
The circulation of counterfeit medicines in Bangladesh is a serious issue that not only endangers public health but also undermines the pharmaceutical industry. The government and enforcement agencies are working tirelessly to address this problem and protect citizens from harmful substances.
