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Pharmacy and Poisons
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The Pharmacy and Poisons Board is the Drug Regulatory Authority established under the Pharmacy and Poisons Act, Chapter 244 of the Laws of Kenya.
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Strengthening regulatory compliance and professional standards in public health facilities remains a key priority in ensuring access to quality pharmaceutical services.
The Pharmacy and Poisons Board (PPB) today hosted a delegation from Nairobi City County, led by Dr Norah Maore, Director of Health Products and Technologies, and Dr Faith Ndeto, County Pharmacist, for discussions on pharmacy registration, licensing and inspection of public health facilities, professional registration, internship placements, Continuing Professional Development (CPD), and onboarding onto Facility360 and Practice360 platforms.
The meeting was chaired by PPB Director of Pharmacy Practice, Dr Wilfred Ochieng, representing the Chief Executive Officer, Dr Ahmed Mohamed. He reaffirmed the Board’s commitment to supporting regulatory compliance and strengthening pharmacy workforce capacity across Nairobi County’s public health facilities.
Dr Ochieng appreciated the County delegation for the constructive engagement, noting the importance of continued collaboration in strengthening regulatory oversight, professional accountability and pharmacy practice standards.
The Pharmacy and Poisons Board (PPB) today hosted a delegation from Nairobi City County, led by Dr Norah Maore, Director of Health Products and Technologies, and Dr Faith Ndeto, County Pharmacist, for discussions on pharmacy registration, licensing and inspection of public health facilities, professional registration, internship placements, Continuing Professional Development (CPD), and onboarding onto Facility360 and Practice360 platforms.
The meeting was chaired by PPB Director of Pharmacy Practice, Dr Wilfred Ochieng, representing the Chief Executive Officer, Dr Ahmed Mohamed. He reaffirmed the Board’s commitment to supporting regulatory compliance and strengthening pharmacy workforce capacity across Nairobi County’s public health facilities.
Dr Ochieng appreciated the County delegation for the constructive engagement, noting the importance of continued collaboration in strengthening regulatory oversight, professional accountability and pharmacy practice standards.
Trust in medicines starts with trust in the regulator. Science-based decisions, transparency and accountability are at the heart of the improvements WHO GBT helps PPB make.
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Not every medicine claim shared on social media is safe or scientifically supported.
The Pharmacy and Poisons Board (PPB) urges the public to avoid unverified medicine advice and always consult a qualified healthcare professional before using any medicine.
Your health matters. Verify before you act.
#MedicineSafety #PPBKenya
The Pharmacy and Poisons Board (PPB) urges the public to avoid unverified medicine advice and always consult a qualified healthcare professional before using any medicine.
Your health matters. Verify before you act.
#MedicineSafety #PPBKenya
Taking too much cetirizine can harm your health.
Exceeding the recommended dose may cause excessive sleepiness, dizziness, confusion, rapid heartbeat and difficulty passing urine.
The Pharmacy and Poisons Board urges the public to use cetirizine as directed and never exceed the recommended dose.
Use medicines safely. Protect your health.
#MedicineSafety #PPBKenya
Exceeding the recommended dose may cause excessive sleepiness, dizziness, confusion, rapid heartbeat and difficulty passing urine.
The Pharmacy and Poisons Board urges the public to use cetirizine as directed and never exceed the recommended dose.
Use medicines safely. Protect your health.
#MedicineSafety #PPBKenya
