Govt recalls heart drug over safety concerns

“We cannot allow Ugandans to die when we are watching,” Bitekyerezo said, adding: “If you see any suspicious drugs in circulation, report them immediately.”

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Ugandan government recalled calcium gluconate after experts raised concerns that the drug could pose a risk to human health — including a possible link to cancer.

By John Masaba

Journalists @New Vision

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KAMPALA - The Government has ordered an immediate nationwide recall of calcium gluconate, a drug used to treat several health conditions, including cardiac arrest, due to safety concerns.

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Govt recalls heart drug over safety concerns

“We cannot allow Ugandans to die when we are watching,” Bitekyerezo said, adding: “If you see any suspicious drugs in circulation, report them immediately.”

Ugandan government recalled calcium gluconate after experts raised concerns that the drug could pose a risk to human health — including a possible link to cancer.

By John Masaba

Journalists @New Vision

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