BNSChapter XV

S. 278

Sale of drug as a different drug or preparation.

Description

Whoever knowingly sells, or offers or exposes for sale, or issues from a dispensary for medicinal purposes, any drug or medical preparation, as a different drug or medical preparation, shall be punished with imprisonment of either description for a term which may extend to six months, or with fine which may extend to five thousand rupees, or with both.

BNSS Classification

  • Imprisonment for 6 months, or fine of 5,000 rupees, or both.
  • Non-cognizable
  • Bailable
  • Triable by Any Magistrate.