PTA Restricts Websites Selling Illegal Therapeutic Goods
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The Pakistan Telecommunication Authority (PTA) acted on a request from the Drug Regulatory Authority of Pakistan (DRAP) to restrict access to websites and social media pages selling unauthorized and unregistered therapeutic goods. The enforcement action resulted in identified websites confirming removal of illegal products, while PTA continues pursuing social media platforms for takedown of reported pages and groups. This marks coordinated action between Pakistan's telecom and pharmaceutical regulators to prevent misuse of digital platforms for distribution of non-compliant therapeutic products.
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PTA initiated enforcement measures against websites and social media pages involved in selling unauthorized therapeutic goods following DRAP's request. Websites identified by DRAP have confirmed removal of illegal products, while PTA continues engaging social media platforms for takedown of reported pages and groups.
Affected parties include online sellers of therapeutic goods in Pakistan who must ensure products are properly registered with DRAP before sale. Digital platforms operating in Pakistan may face increased scrutiny and takedown requests for listings involving unauthorized pharmaceuticals or therapeutic products.
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PTA Acts Swiftly on DRAP Request to Curb Online Sale of Illegal Therapeutic Goods
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PTA Acts Swiftly on DRAP Request to Curb Online Sale of Illegal Therapeutic Goods
Islamabad (22nd April, 2026): The Pakistan Telecommunication Authority (PTA), upon receiving a request from the Drug Regulatory Authority of Pakistan (DRAP), promptly initiated action against websites and social media pages involved in the sale of unauthorized and unregistered therapeutic goods.
PTA undertook necessary enforcement measures to restrict access to the identified content. The concerned websites have confirmed removal of the illegal products, while the matter is being actively pursued with social media platforms for early takedown of reported pages and groups.
PTA remains committed to supporting national regulatory efforts to safeguard public health and prevent misuse of digital platforms, and will continue to take timely action in accordance with applicable laws and regulations.
Zaib Un Nisa
Director (Communications)
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