Legal Definitions - adulterated drug

An adulterated drug is a substance that does not have the quality, strength, or purity that it is supposed to have. It may contain harmful substances or be contaminated with other substances that can cause harm to the person taking it.

For example, if a drug is supposed to contain a certain amount of an active ingredient, but it actually contains less than that amount, it is considered adulterated. Similarly, if a drug is contaminated with bacteria or other harmful substances, it is also considered adulterated.

Adulterated drugs can be dangerous and can cause serious harm to the person taking them. It is important to only take drugs that have been prescribed by a doctor or obtained from a reputable source.