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In the future, when you order a shot of whiskey, you might ask the bartender to hold an edible fluorescent silk tag that could be found floating inside – even though it is safe to consume.
An edible QR code could one day offer a way to spot fake whiskey and could even be a step toward dealing with counterfeit medications.
Recent developments such as the explosion of online pharmacies and supply chain issues have made it easier for counterfeiters to profit from fake or adulterated medications.
Counterfeit drugs are a growing problem in the US. New watermarks could make checking whether your medication is fake as easy as snapping a smartphone pic.
Counterfeit medications and pharmaceutical products are just a click away from being purchased from online pharmacies via smartphone. However, new