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The quality of Drug formulations has been a prime concern at National as well as International level. Circulation of spurious drug can lead to grave & adverse consequences on both consumers (patients) and genuine manufacturers. According to the report received from various State Drug Controllers, the extent of circulation of spurious drug in Indian retail market is about 0.3%. However, media often magnifies it, in a sensational manner, between 10-25% which is mostly unverified. Indian Pharma Industry expressed displeasure over the repeated projection of Indian Pharma Industry as major producers of spurious drugs in the world. Due to dire consequences on public health in view of various projections regarding circulation of spurious drug, a systematic study was necessary to assess the actual extent of spurious drug circulation in the community at large. Report on Countrywide Survey for Spurious Drugs SALA (Sound Alike and Look Alike) would, no doubt, provide relevant information about the flow of Spurious drugs in National market and bring awareness among the community. Perhaps this is the first time in world history such a scientific study has been carried out by collecting huge number of samples involving consumer associations and other NGOs. It is expected that people at large will be immensely benefited through this report and their belief in availability of quality medicines in India will be assured & strengthened.