There are no inferior drugs in circulation. The importation of unregistered drugs is strictly prohibited – Specialist Dr. Ratnasiri Hevage, Director of Sri Jayawardenepura General Hospital.

Director of the Sri Jayawardenepura General Hospital, specialist Dr. Ratnasiri Hevage, said that no country manufactures a category of drugs termed “inferior drugs,” and the Ministry of Health strictly imports drugs that are duly registered in their respective countries and authorized by the Drug Regulatory Authority.

He emphasized that safeguarding Sri Lanka’s free health sector, renowned for having one of the best health systems globally, is not solely the responsibility of the government. It also falls upon the healthcare staff, the public, and the mass media to play their part effectively.

Dr. Hevage stated that the reputation of the health sector relies on preserving its excellence, which demands a responsible approach from health administrators.

Addressing concerns about complications or allergies arising from Western medicine, Dr. Hevage said they are not uncommon and he reassured that Sri Lanka has well-established effective methods for many years to manage such incidents.