Bengaluru: Amid rising concerns over misuse of certain drugs, a reality check at pharmacies in Bengaluru showed that they were complying with rules of the drugs control department.

DH asked pharmacists for Amidopyrine tablets prescribed for fever and pain. But pharmacists in and around Residency Road did not have the drug and two of them told this reporter that it was banned and advised against using them.

In and around Shivajinagar, pharmacists were asked for Sibutramine and R-Sibutramine tablets used to treat obesity. It was banned for increasing chances of heart attack and stroke. This drug too was not available. A pharmacist on Jayamahal Road said, “Doctors will be behind bars if they prescribe them. We will be arrested if we sell them,” highlighting the awareness among pharmacists.

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