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Plastic Syringe Safety: FDA’s Ongoing Evaluation

Today, the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) provided a crucial update regarding the quality and performance issues associated with plastic syringes made in China. This announcement follows the agency's previous safety communication issued on November 30, 2023,...

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Original FDA Safety Warning for China-made Syringes

In an announcement dated November 30, 2023, the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) issued a notice regarding the evaluation of potential device failures associated with plastic syringes manufactured in China. The FDA is actively collecting and analyzing data to...

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AvKARE Recalls Atovaquone Oral Suspension

AvKARE Recalls Atovaquone Oral Suspension  AvKARE, LLC has issued a voluntary recall of lot # AW0221A of Atovaquone Oral Suspension, USP 750mg/5mL due to potential Bacillus cereus contamination found during stability testing at a third-party lab.   The affected...

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FDA Warns of Risks with OTC Pain Relief Products 

The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has issued a stern warning to consumers regarding the use of certain over-the-counter analgesic (pain relief) products intended for topical use before, during, or after various cosmetic procedures like microdermabrasion,...

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FDA Approves Treatment for Platinum-Resistant Ovarian Cancer 

In a significant development for the treatment of platinum-resistant epithelial ovarian, fallopian tube, or primary peritoneal cancer, on March 22, 2024 the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) granted approval for mirvetuximab soravtansine-gynx, marketed as Elahere by...

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Amneal Recalls Vancomycin Hydrochloride Oral Solution

Some bottles may be super potent Attention Patients, Health Professionals, and Pharmacies: Amneal Pharmaceuticals issued a safety notice on March 27 for a recall of specific lots of Vancomycin Hydrochloride for Oral Solution USP, 250 mg/ 5mL. This recall has been...

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FDA Proposes Ban of Certain ESDs

Ban would affect devices used to treat aggressive/self-injurious behavior In a landmark move, the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has proposed a ban on electrical stimulation devices (ESDs) designed to reduce or stop self-injurious or aggressive behavior. This...

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FDA Approves Thoracic Stent Graft System

FDA Approves RelayPro Thoracic Stent Graft System for Thoracic Aortic Aneurysms and Penetrating Atherosclerotic Ulcers Treatment The United States Food and Drug Administration (FDA) on March 7, 2023 approved the RelayPro Thoracic Stent Graft System, a new medical...

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