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Area of Science:

Pharmacology
Public Health
Online Retail

Context:

The increasing prevalence of online shopping has extended to the pharmaceutical sector.
Patients may intentionally or unintentionally procure medications from illicit online vendors.
Erectile dysfunction (ED) drugs are a significant component of the illegal online medicine market.

Purpose:

To investigate the scale of illegal medicine procurement via online channels.
To assess the market share of illegal suppliers for erectile dysfunction medications.
To understand the implications of purchasing prescription drugs from unregulated sources.

Summary:

An estimated 70% of sildenafil used in the Netherlands is sourced from illegal online suppliers.
Generic price reductions in the legal market have not curbed the demand for illegally sourced ED medications.
The study highlights the significant penetration of the illegal pharmaceutical market.

Impact:

Underscores the need for greater insight into the extent of illegal medicine use.
Raises awareness of potential risks associated with counterfeit or substandard medications.
Informs public health strategies to combat the dangers of the illicit online drug trade.