Risks of Administering Human Medicines to Livestock
Habari mpya za afya Tanzania · maelezo ya Risks of Administering Human Medicines to Livestock · imesasishwa 11 Aug 2026 · habari za afya · hospitali · afya ya umma
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- Dr Chasama said the demonstration farms will support implementation of Vision 2050 through the livestock sector and will be complemented by outreach programmes targeting farmers in remote areas.
- TMDA Senior Medicines Inspector, Mr Venance Burushi, said the move follows reports that some pastoralists administer human medicines to animals, a practice that poses health risks to both livestock and consumers.
- He explained that al- though humans and animals may suffer from similar diseases, dosage requirements differ significantly, and misuse can lead to serious consequences.
- Meanwhile, the Tanzania Medicines and Medical Devices Authority (TMDA) has launched outreach programmes to educate livestock keepers on the proper use of veterinary medicines.