Publications by authors named "Aminata Dior Ndiaye"
PLOS Glob Public Health
July 2023
Article Synopsis
- Poor-quality medicines are a serious issue in low- to middle-income countries, highlighted by recent deaths from substandard cough syrups, making quality assurance crucial in global markets.
- Research indicates that the source and type of medicine affect perceptions of quality, with a study in Senegal revealing a general distrust of generic medicines, especially those from Asia and Africa.
- Stakeholders expressed confidence in regulated pharmacies due to strict national regulations but were wary of informal markets, where improper storage leads to concerns about medicine efficacy.
