Kenya PPB warns on fake Postinor-2

The Kenya — Pharmacy and Poisons Board (PPB) of Kenya issued a public alert warning about a falsified batch of Postinor-2 emergency contraceptive pills (levonorgestrel 0.75 mg, batch T34197R) circulating in the Kenyan market. The counterfeit product falsely claims to be manufactured by Gedeon Richter. PPB identified multiple differences from genuine packs, including batch printing, patient information leaflet errors, carton sealing, color intensity, and authentication logo font. The regulator warned that the fake pills may contain incorrect active ingredient amounts, no active ingredient, harmful contaminants, or undeclared substances, posing health risks. PPB advised healthcare professionals to verify stock authenticity and quarantine suspected products, and urged the public and supply chain actors to report encounters. Investigations led to the arrest of two individuals in possession of the falsified product. PPB also reminded suppliers to procure only from licensed sources, citing the Pharmacy and Poisons Act. Tharaka Nithi Governor Muthomi Njuki separately expressed concern about fake P2 pills and falsified HIV testing kits.