The magic of creating the yummiest dish – freshest ingredients, a pinch of spices, and lots of love! As cringy as it sounds, there’s no way you can’t tell how much care a chef puts into a dish he creates. The same goes for medicines! Your health is just as important as your next meal. So here are a few tips to know what a good, authentic and verified medicine is:
5 Crucial Tips To Single Out Verified Medicine: Scan Dulu Baru Beli!
1. Registered with KKM
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Every legit medicine in Malaysia must be registered with the Ministry of Health (KKM). All you have to do is look for the MAL number on the packaging – an 8-digit number followed by some letters, and usually paired with a FarmaTag™ Hologram Sticker. This is basically the medicine’s ‘birth certificate’! If it’s not there, walk away.
Pro tip: You can double check the product’s registration status at npra.gov.my.
2. Don’t Fall For Fakes!
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Counterfeit medicines (ubat tiruan) are sneaky – they look real but don’t be fooled. These imitation can be missing the right ingredients or, worse, include harmful stuff. If everything seems too good to true, you better check the registration status at npra.gov.my. It’s probably a red flag!
3. Watch Out For Hidden Substances
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Some unregistered medicines are secretly laces with prohibited substances or harmful poisons. They may promise fast results, but there might be a price to pay – a bigger health risk. If a product claims to be a ‘miracle cure’ or offers instant results – it’s usually a scam. Play it safe and steer clear!
4. Don’t Buy From Shady Vendors
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Whether you’re shopping online or in-store, avoid buying from suspicious sources or unverified sellers. These ‘unofficial’ sources often a hotspot for unregistered or counterfeit medicines. Always choose a licensed pharmacy or a trusted platform. Your health is worth extra effort!
5. Imported Doesn’t Mean Safe
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Just like imported snacks need to meet safety standards, so do medicines. Medications brought into Malaysia without KKM approval are illegal – and risky. So before you buy, always check if the product is officially authorized for use here.
Quality Check-list!
✅ Look for the MAL number (8 digits + letters).
✅ Check for the FarmaTag™ Hologram Sticker.
✅ Verify the product at npra.gov.my.
✅ Buy only from licensed sellers.
✅ Check for authenticity of FarmatagTM through FarmaChecker App which is available on Apple App Store, Google Play and Huawei App Gallery
Scan Dulu, Baru Beli!
Before you buy any meds, take a moment to check their authenticity – just like you’d sniff that milk carton before pouring it into your coffee. It’s a small step that makes a big difference. Stay safe, stay healthy – but remember: Tolak Ubat Tidak Sah! Because your health is the key ingredient to enjoying all the delicious meals life has to offer.
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