WHO alert: two falsified cancer treatments uncovered in Uganda -

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In July 2017, falsified versions of Avastin and Sutent were discovered in Uganda. Both products were being distributed near various cancer treatment centres in Kampala. Avastin is a medicine manufactured by Roche, not by AstraZeneca as stated on the falsified versions. The falsified version of Avastin is being presented in tablet form whereas the genuine version of Avastin is supplied as an injection. Sutent is manufactured by Pfizer, not by AstraZeneca. The falsified version of Sutent is presented in tablet form whereas the genuine version of Sutent is only available as gelatine capsules.

Source : www.who.int

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