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The confrontation revealed a massive discrepancy between the price on the box and the actual medicine vial.

The Price Trap: The outer cardboard box for the "Vitcofol-FCM 1000" injection showed an MRP of ₹5,100, but the actual vial inside carried an MRP of only ₹1,318.80.

The Deception: By swapping the packaging or using higher-priced boxes for lower-cost vials, the hospital allegedly charged the patient nearly four times the actual price.

Staff Reaction: When confronted, the hospital staff appeared defensive, claiming they were following policy or that the "compounds are the same," while the relative pointed out the blatant overcharging.

A Call for Vigilance: This incident highlights the need for families to double-check the MRP on the actual medicine containers before administration to avoid being exploited during medical emergencies

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