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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,...
Urgent Recall Alert for Methocarbamol Injection by Eugia US LLC
Attention Consumers, Healthcare Providers, and Distributors: Eugia US LLC, formerly known as AuroMedics Pharma LLC, announced a voluntary recall on March 28, 2024 of lot number 3MC23011 of Methocarbamol Injection, USP 1000 mg/10 mL (100mg/mL) 10mL Single Dose Vial....
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...
Abbott Safety Alert for Freestyle Libre Systems
Misuse may cause battery overheating and incorrect readings The FDA has issued a safety notification regarding the FreeStyle Libre, FreeStyle Libre 14 day, and FreeStyle Libre 2 Flash Glucose Monitoring Systems. The notification warns users of the potential for...
ISO 9000 Clause 3 Definitions
Establishing a Common Language for Quality Management Systems ISO 9000:2015, Quality management systems — Fundamentals and vocabulary, serves as the cornerstone of the ISO 9000 family of standards, providing essential terminology and principles for quality management...
Request QMSR Information
QMSR Information Request Form Are you ready for the FDA’s transition from the Quality System Regulation (QSR) to the Quality Management System Regulation (QMSR)? The new QMSR framework aligns more closely with ISO 13485, bringing significant changes to how medical...
QMSR Purchasing Controls
Comparison of QSR and QMSR requirements for Purchasing Controls Starting on February 2, 2026, most medical device companies who sell their devices in the United States must comply with FDA’s new Quality Management System Regulation (QMSR, 21 CFR 820), which replaced...
QMSR Frequently Asked Questions
Although the FDA has done an excellent job of laying out QMSR requirements and explaining differences between the QSR and the QMSR, there are questions related to the implementation of the new Quality Management System Regulation (QMSR) that need an answer. This page...
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,...
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...
Urgent Recall Alert for Methocarbamol Injection by Eugia US LLC
Attention Consumers, Healthcare Providers, and Distributors: Eugia US LLC, formerly known as AuroMedics Pharma LLC, announced a voluntary recall on March 28, 2024 of lot number 3MC23011 of Methocarbamol Injection, USP 1000 mg/10 mL (100mg/mL) 10mL Single Dose Vial....
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 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...
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...
FDA Approves First Generic Fenbendazole Oral Suspension
Defendazole™ (fenbendazole) 10% Oral Suspension The U.S. Food and Drug Administration has approved Defendazole™...
FDA Approves First Generic for Bovine Respiratory Disease
nixiFLOR, the first generic version of Resflor GOLD The U.S. Food and Drug Administration has approved nixiFLOR, an...
FDA Approves Drug to Delay Canine Congestive Heart Failure
Vetmedin is the first drug to go from an expanded conditional approval to fully approved The U.S. Food and Drug...
FDA Completes Risk Review of Canine Freeze-Dried Plasma
Freeze-Dried Plasma for Emergency Use in Dogs The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has completed a risk review of...
FDA Testosterone Panel Sparks Concern
Concerns Over Sudden Regulatory Shift The FDA’s December 2025 expert panel has recommended sweeping changes to testosterone...
Testosterone Regulation Takes a Sharp Turn
Why FDA’s December Panel Raises Red Flags Regulatory Analysis The FDA’s regulation of testosterone therapy has long been a...
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