英文摘要 |
This report summarized the results of 219 samples of Chinese medicinal preparations (CMP) analyzed for the presence of pharmaceutical adulterants from 2018 to 2019. In total, 40.2% (88/219) of the samples were adulterated. Among them, 151 samples were from consumer service centers of local health authorities and other governmental institutions, and the adulteration rate was 47.7% (72/151). A lower rate of 23.5% (16/68) of the inspected samples from local health authorities were found adulterated. Samples from lawful manufacturers and medical units such as hospitals, clinics and dealers of traditional Chinese medicine showed 6.5% (4/62) adulteration rate. Samples from unlicensed retailers showed 53.5% (84/157) adulteration rate. Sildenafil, was the most common adulterant found, followed by sibutramine and phenolphthalein. The report would be forwarded to relevant administration authorities as references for policy making. |