Pharmaceutical Society of Kenya Calls for Tighter Pharmacy Regulations

The Pharmaceutical Society of Kenya (PSK) is calling for stricter regulations on the opening and operation of pharmacies to combat the sale of falsified medicines. It wants pharmacy approval to be directly verified by the regulatory board rather than relying solely on local permits, which may not ensure compliance with safety standards. The society warns about the risks of counterfeit medicines, including recently detected falsified Lucentis injections. The government also urges Kenyans to purchase medicines only from licensed pharmacies and authorized outlets, avoiding unverified online sources and informal traders.