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Key FDA Congressional Legislation
Several significant congressional legislative actions have directly affected the establishment, oversight authority, and processes of the US Food and Drug Administration (FDA). As a component of professional regulatory competencies, it is important for a regulatory...
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Tisotumab Vedotin-tftv for Recurrent or Metastatic Cervical Cancer
Product Approval for Cervical Cancer Drug Exciting news emerged from the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) on April 29, 2024, as traditional approval was granted to tisotumab vedotin-tftv, marketed as Tivdak by Seagen Inc. (now a part of Pfizer Inc.). This...
FDA Approves Anktiva for Bladder Cancer
New Drug Approval In a significant development for patients battling BCG-unresponsive non-muscle invasive bladder cancer (NMIBC), the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has granted approval to nogapendekin alfa inbakicept-pmln, marketed as Anktiva by Altor...
Health Alert Regarding Rare Pregnancy Complication
FDA Safety Communication In a recent health safety alert, the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has cautioned healthcare professionals about the rare risk of intrahepatic cholestasis of pregnancy (ICP) associated with the use of thiopurines, including...
Risks with Exactech Equinoxe Shoulder System
FDA Safety Communication April 19 Update: Exactech has initiated a recall to remove Equinoxe Shoulder System devices packaged in the defective bags from facilities’ unused inventory. To see if your device is affected by the recall, visit Exactech’s Recall...
Important Recall Notice for BioMérieux VITEK 2 AST Kit
Class I Recall Notice BioMérieux Inc. has issued a crucial recall notice for its VITEK 2 AST kit, a vital tool in determining bacterial susceptibility to antibiotics. The Food and Drug Administration (FDA) classifies this recall as Class I, indicating a severe risk...
ICH: The International Council for Harmonization
The International Council for Harmonization of Technical Requirements for Pharmaceuticals for Human Use (ICH) plays a pivotal role in shaping global pharmaceutical practices, ensuring the quality, safety, and efficacy of medicines worldwide.The International Council...
SonarMed Inc Recalls Airway Acoustic Sensors
Urgent Class I Recall Notice SonarMed Inc. has issued a Class I recall for its Airway acoustic sensors due to a critical issue that could lead to serious health consequences for patients. The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has identified this as the most...
FDA Submission and Approval Processes for 510(k)s
Learn how the FDA's 510(k) premarket notification system facilitates the introduction of new medical devices to the market, ensuring safety and compliance.Partner with us to navigate the complexities of the FDA approval process efficiently.The FDA's 510(k) process is...