Suspect illegal antibiotic sales? Contact the Medicines and Healthcare products Regulatory Agency (MHRA) immediately. Their hotline number is 020 3080 6000. You can also report online via their website.
Provide as much detail as possible. This includes the seller’s name, contact information, location of the sale (online or physical address), and any identifying details about the antibiotics themselves (e. g., packaging, branding, quantity). Screenshots or photos are incredibly helpful. If you purchased antibiotics illegally, keep all transaction records.
Report to your local police if you believe a crime has been committed, particularly if you suspect serious organized crime is involved. They can investigate further and coordinate with the MHRA.
The MHRA and law enforcement agencies work to remove unsafe and illegally sold medicines from circulation. Your report helps protect public health. Reporting helps prevent antibiotic resistance, a significant threat to global health.
Anonymity is possible in many reporting methods, but the level of detail you can provide impacts the effectiveness of the investigation. Remember, protecting public health is paramount.
Consider sharing your experience with patient advocacy groups. They may offer additional support or guidance. Their collective information may also aid future investigations.
