Counterfeit Pills Public Safety Warning
Summary
DEA Chicago Division issued a public safety alert warning that counterfeit pills can be fatal. The alert advises that taking pills not prescribed by a licensed physician and dispensed from a registered pharmacy poses potentially fatal risks. The alert includes imagery comparing authentic versus counterfeit oxycodone pills.
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The DEA Chicago Division issued a public safety alert warning consumers about the dangers of counterfeit pills. The alert emphasizes that obtaining pills outside of prescriptions from licensed physicians and dispensing from registered pharmacies is a potentially fatal choice. The warning includes a visual comparison of authentic versus counterfeit oxycodone pills.
This is an informational alert with no compliance requirements or deadlines. No penalties or enforcement actions are associated with this notice. Consumers should only take prescription medications obtained through legitimate medical prescriptions and licensed pharmacies.
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DEAChicago @DEACHICAGODiv Don't be fooled by counterfeit pills.
Taking a pill that wasn't prescribed by a licensed physician and dispensed from a registered pharmacy is a potentially fatal choice. @DEAHQ @TheJusticeDept ALT
6:05 pm · 1 Apr 2026
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