He said, “People who are not registered and licensed to operate in the pharmaceutical sector, or companies who are not licensed to practice pharmacy, are doing that, and that is our worry.”

Dr. Amaning outlined the problems the Council is having with the increase in sales through social media. We conducted a similar exercise at Accra Mall during that show, which featured a wide variety of medications advertised as treatments for various ailments, about a month ago. That’s what pharmacists do. Furthermore, he noted, “We have laws in this country that specify who is allowed to do what.”

He emphasized how crucial it is to properly regulate these kinds of activity in order to shield the public from any potential risks. “We are definitely taking action in that direction.