drug adulteration

**drug adulteration**

Drug adulteration refers to the practice of adding impurities, contaminants, or substandard substances to pharmaceutical products or illicit drugs. This can compromise the safety, efficacy, and quality of the medication or substance, posing serious health risks to consumers. Understanding drug adulteration is essential for healthcare professionals, regulatory authorities, and consumers to ensure proper drug safety and to identify counterfeit or compromised drugs.