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October 9, 2025
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Govt Launches Crackdown on Traders Selling Fake Drugs

Govt Launches Crackdown on Traders Selling Fake Drugs

The Pharmacy and Poisons Board claims that the drugs are already circulating in the Kenyan market...

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The Pharmacy and Poisons Board (PPB) has launched a nationwide crackdown on individuals and entities selling falsified drugs, specifically targeting a fake batch of Avastin (Bevacizumab 100MG) injection.

  • The falsified drug, batch H0573B01, is falsely purported to be manufactured by a Swiss-based company and is used to treat diabetic eye disease.
  • PPB CEO Ahmed Mohamed stated that legal action will be taken against those circulating the drug, which contravenes the Pharmacy and Poisons Act (CAP 244).
  • The crackdown follows a previous announcement in July by Health Cabinet Secretary Aden Duale targeting pharmacies operating without valid licenses or employing unqualified personnel.

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