Preserving Health, Upholding Trust: Brand Protection in Pharmaceuticals.
Pharmaceutical Brand Protection is a critical focus for pharmaceutical companies today. The infiltration of counterfeit pharmaceuticals into the market doesn’t just lead to legal and reputational issues—it directly endangers consumers’ health and lives. These risks go well beyond regulatory compliance; they cut to the heart of society’s trust in legitimate medicine.
The rise of digital commerce has amplified the threat. Counterfeit drug sellers can easily leverage online platforms to reach unsuspecting consumers searching for affordable options. As tens of thousands of online pharmacies emerge—some legitimate, many operating in grey areas, and others selling outright counterfeits—it becomes tough for consumers to distinguish the real from the fake. In many cases, so-called “pharmacies” are actually phishing websites offering popular medications at a discount just to steal personal information.
A robust Pharmaceutical Brand Protection strategy helps address these threats head-on, especially when it comes to identifying and taking down fraudulent listings. BrandShield has extensive experience safeguarding leading pharmaceutical companies by removing rogue online pharmacies, blocking phishing attempts, and tackling trademark infringements across websites, social pages, and marketplace listings. It’s all about shielding consumers from harm and protecting the integrity of trusted pharmaceutical brands.
Common Use Cases:
- RX Drug Sales
- Rogue Online Pharmacies
- Phishing
- TM Infringement
- Territorial Violations (Grey Market)
Common Platforms Used:
- Marketplaces
- Social Media
- Websites
Did You Know: Pharmaceutical Scams Edition
$5.04M
Is the average total cost of a data breach in the pharmaceutical industry.
$83B
Worth of counterfeit drugs are sold annually.
10%
Of medicinal products circulating in low-and middle-income countries is either substandard or falsified.
All
Therapeutic categories have had falsified medicines found within them.
Pharma scams around the world
Fake medicine sales
Lowest
Highest
Consequences of Pharmaceutical Counterfeits
Decreased brand reputation
High legal costs
Financial loss for insurers
Health impact on consumers
Public hazards
Increased costs in lawsuits
Reduced revenue
Legal liability
The continued presence of illegal pharmaceutical sales on social media platforms and other websites underscores the need for ongoing vigilance and collaboration with key industry stakeholders. We look forward to continuing our partnership with BrandShield to safeguard consumers and the broader pharmaceutical industry at large from online threats and criminal activity.”
C. Todd Ratcliffe
President & Chief Executive Officer