WHO Warns of Counterfeit Cancer Medication JAKAVI

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Published: 2026-06-16
Category: health
Source: World Health Organization (WHO)
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The World Health Organization has issued an alert concerning falsified batches of JAKAVI (ruxolitinib), a vital cancer treatment. These counterfeit drugs, found in Iran, Russia, and Türkiye, contain no active pharmaceutical ingredient. Their use poses serious health dangers, including ineffective treatment and a higher risk of death for patients.

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