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$100K fine over prescription drug
Posted 16 July 2026 PM
Acacia Pharmacy has been fined almost $100K for illegally importing unapproved melatonin products less than six months after the TGA issued a warning.
Melatonin is a prescription-only medicine in Australia, except in specific circumstances for adults. Even with a valid prescription, counterfeit products cannot be imported into Australia under the Personal Importation Scheme.
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