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Be wary of fake cancer drug in the market, Poisons Board warns

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Herceptin drug has been identified as counterfeit. [MoH]

The Pharmacy and Poisons Board (PPB) has cautioned the public against the use, sale, or distribution of Herceptin (Trastuzumab 440mg), circulating in the Kenyan market.

Herceptin is a drug used to treat breast and stomach cancer.

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