Canadian Implant Recall Contrasts Food and Drug Administration’s Stance
On Jun. 7, 2019, Health Canada provided two published articles detailing breast implant models that were being voluntarily recalled by Allergan. The Canadian implant recall took place because “Health Canada has suspended the licenses for Allergan's BioCell textured breast implants . . . , based upon the rare but serious risk of … [Read more...] about Canadian Implant Recall Contrasts Food and Drug Administration’s Stance
Canada Issues Darzalex Recall Due To Complication Risks In Patients
Daratumumab, better known as Darzalex, is an intravenous medication that is produced by Janssen Biotech in order to treat a cancer known as multiple myeloma or Kahler’s disease. Kahler’s disease targets plasma cells in the bone marrow and it can be a debilitating and often fatal disease. Thanks to Darzalex, many people suffering … [Read more...] about Canada Issues Darzalex Recall Due To Complication Risks In Patients
Disc Brake Recall Affects 1.3 Million Bikes
A bicycle recall is being issued due to a problem with front wheel disc brakes. According to the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission, the recall involves 13 manufacturers and affects 1.3 million bikes. Popular brands such as Giant, Cannondale and Specialized are affected by the recall. The CPSC advises consumers to “stop using … [Read more...] about Disc Brake Recall Affects 1.3 Million Bikes
Potential Choking Hazard Prompts Chewbeads to Recall Pacifier Clips
Chewbeads Inc. has recalled more than 45,000 pacifier clips in the United States and Canada because they may pose a risk of choking for babies. According to the Consumer Product Safety Commission, the New York-based company had received seven reports of beads detaching from the pacifier clips, but no injuries can been reported thus … [Read more...] about Potential Choking Hazard Prompts Chewbeads to Recall Pacifier Clips
Trek Recalls Bicycles Due to Crash Hazard
Trek Bicycle Corp is recalling about 900,000 bicycles in the United States and 98,000 in Canada due to a crash hazard. The recall was prompted by reports of three injuries, including one rider who was paralyzed. The recall includes models that have front disc brakes from model years 2000 through 2015 and a black or silver quick … [Read more...] about Trek Recalls Bicycles Due to Crash Hazard
Health Canada Requires New Warning of Zelboraf Pancreatitis Risk
Wellbeing Canada Requires New Cautioning of Pancreatitis Hazard for Skin-Malignancy Drug Zelboraf. Health Canada is requiring a new warning to be added to the Canadian prescribing information for the skin-cancer drug Zelboraf (vemurafenib) advising of the risk of pancreatitis. Zelboraf is used in adults to treat a type of skin … [Read more...] about Health Canada Requires New Warning of Zelboraf Pancreatitis Risk
Updated Power Morcellators Warning
Power Morcellators Warned For Safety Concerns. Health Canada, the nation's health regulatory agency, has issued updated safety information on power morcellators. In a Safety Notification issued on December 10th, the agency stated that new information should be added to the warning labels of power morcellators Power morcellators … [Read more...] about Updated Power Morcellators Warning
Canada Woman’s Death Likely Caused by Yasmin, Authorities Refuse to Investigate
The Danger of Yasmin Birth Control A Canadian family believes health officials in British Columbia failed to their jobs on several occasions, ignoring conditions that could have been linked to the Yasmin birth control she had been prescribed, and that likely contributed to her death in December 2012. According to a … [Read more...] about Canada Woman’s Death Likely Caused by Yasmin, Authorities Refuse to Investigate
FDA Warns Against Botox From Canada
Botox injections It Could Be Dangerous Domestic health officials are warning hundreds of doctors in the U.S. about the dangers of importing Botox injections from Canada, saying they could be counterfeit and dangerous for their patients. According to a Fox News report from an affiliate in Atlanta, the Food and Drug Administration … [Read more...] about FDA Warns Against Botox From Canada
FDA Targeted Illegal Botox From Canada
The Danger of Unapproved Botox Shipments From Canada. Federal health regulators are warning health care facilities across the country about the potential dangers associated with unapproved supplies of Botox being imported from Canada. The Food and Drug Administration, according to an Associated Press report, has informed more than … [Read more...] about FDA Targeted Illegal Botox From Canada
Bleeding Reports Prompt Pradaxa Label Changes
Pradaxa Add New Warnings To Its Label. Reports of Pradaxa bleeding side effects have prompted regulators in Canada - where it is sold as Pradax - to add new warnings to its label regarding use of the drug in kidney patients. New information will also be added to address use of Pradaxa in patients with severe valvular disease or … [Read more...] about Bleeding Reports Prompt Pradaxa Label Changes
Brazilian Blowout Formaldehyde Warning Issued in Canada
Canadian Regulators Issued Formaldehyde Warning. Canadian regulators are warning about formaldehyde in the popular Brazilian Blowout Solution hair styling treatment. The alert from Health Canada comes just days after a similar warning was issued in Oregon. The Brazilian Blowout is a pricey salon treatment touted as being “all … [Read more...] about Brazilian Blowout Formaldehyde Warning Issued in Canada
Liver Injury Warning for Avelox in Canada
Canadian regulators announced this week that the labeling for Bayer Healthcare's antibiotic Avelox had been updated in that country to include a warning about the rare risk of severe liver injury. According to a Health Canada press release, a safety review it conducted concluded that Avelox may be associated with the rare but … [Read more...] about Liver Injury Warning for Avelox in Canada
Glaxo Recalls Swine Flu Vaccine
Glaxo Recalls Swine Flu Vaccine. A batch of swine flu vaccine - also known as the H1N1 vaccine - has been recalled in Canada. According to the Associated Press, GlaxoSmithKline recalled the batch of H1N1 vaccine after receiving 6 reports of severe allergic reactions following administration of the swine flu shot. The … [Read more...] about Glaxo Recalls Swine Flu Vaccine
Canada Announces Label Changes for Prescription Sleep Aids
Prescription Sleep Aids. Health Canada has announced label updates for several medications used in the short-term treatment of insomnia. The prescription sleep aids subject to the label revision include: Dalmane, Som Pam (flurazepam) Mogadon, Nitrazadon (nitrazepam) Restoril (temazepam) … [Read more...] about Canada Announces Label Changes for Prescription Sleep Aids
New Info For Ortho Evra Label
New Info For Ortho Evra. Canadian health regulators have announced a label update for the Ortho Evra birth control patch. Ortho Evra - sold as Evra in Canada - has been linked to dangerous blood clots. According to Health Canada, the new Canadian label will include information on the average daily release rates of contraceptive … [Read more...] about New Info For Ortho Evra Label
Canada Issues Additional Warning for Chantix
Canada Issues Another Chantix Warning. Health regulators in Canada have issued another Chantix warning. Health Canada said the new alert was meant to serve as a reminder to consumers that it is still in the process of further strengthening the labeling for ‘Chantix’ with respect to the risk of serious psychiatric adverse … [Read more...] about Canada Issues Additional Warning for Chantix
Paxil Lawsuit Filed in Canada
GlaxoSmithKline Paxil Lawsuit. A woman in Brampton, Canada—29-year-old Shannon Cote—has alleged that 10-year-old son's health problems are directly related to the antidepressant Paxil (Paroxetine) that was prescribed to her during pregnancy. She is now pursuing legal action against the drug manufacturer, GlaxoSmithKline. Although … [Read more...] about Paxil Lawsuit Filed in Canada
Botox Deaths Under Investigation in Canada
Botox Deaths Under Investigation. Five Canadians have died following Botox injections, prompting health regulators in that country to launch an investigation. Health Canada said it is also looking into 8 reports of serious reactions following Botox treatment. All of the deaths occurred in people who had received Botox … [Read more...] about Botox Deaths Under Investigation in Canada
Autostart Remote Starters Recalled in United States and Canada
Autostart Remote Recall Remote Starter. Autostart has recalled several of its remote starter products in the U.S. and Canada. According to the company, it has received consumer reports that under certain conditions, the affected units could unintentionally start the vehicle's engine without the driver's awareness. The … [Read more...] about Autostart Remote Starters Recalled in United States and Canada
Phosphate Ban Gains Steam in Canada
Phosphate Ban After Causing Environmental Damage. Phosphates, toxic substances used in a great number of household products, are causing untold environmental damage. The Canadian federal government is considering banning phosphates in a wide variety of household and industrial products. Environment Canada plans to hire experts to … [Read more...] about Phosphate Ban Gains Steam in Canada
New Product Recall Laws Proposed in Canada
Canada Pledge For Product Recall Tighter Regulations. Reacting to a recent series of toy, food, and drug recalls, the Canadian government pledged tighter regulations on Monday to try to prevent such problems in the future. "As we head into the holidays, there's growing concern about the safety of the products on the market, … [Read more...] about New Product Recall Laws Proposed in Canada
Medtronic Defibrillator Class Action Lawsuit in Canada
Group of Canadians file lawsuits against Medtronic, Inc. Medtronic Inc., the maker of the faulty Sprint Fidelis Defibrillator Lead Wire, is now facing a lawsuit filed by a group of Canadians who claim the company failed to warn consumers of a defect in the batteries installed in its defibrillators. Last week, Ontario Superior Court … [Read more...] about Medtronic Defibrillator Class Action Lawsuit in Canada
Health Canada ReNu MultiPlus Contact Lens Solution Warning
ReNu MultiPlus Contact Lens Solution May Cause Eye Infections. Health Canada is warning consumers not to use Lots GC6038 and GC6052 of the product ReNu MultiPlus contact lens solution because they contain higher than expected amounts of iron that could reduce the product’s effectiveness and cause serious eye injury from … [Read more...] about Health Canada ReNu MultiPlus Contact Lens Solution Warning
Health Canada Endorsed DURAGESIC Safety Information
Important Safety Information DURAGESIC. Janssen-Ortho Inc., in collaboration with Health Canada, wishes to highlight important safety information about the safe use of DURAGESIC. The Canadian Product Monograph for DURAGESIC has been revised to emphasize this safety information, and contains a section with Consumer Information to … [Read more...] about Health Canada Endorsed DURAGESIC Safety Information
CPSC SIGNS COOPERATIVE MEMORANDUM OF UNDERSTANDING WITH CANADA TO IMPROVE SAFETY OF CONSUMER PRODUCTS
CPSC Had An Agreement With The Canadian Government For Safety Consumer Products. The CPSC has announced an agreement (pdf) with the Canadian government aimed at further improving consumer safety and making both the United States and Canadian marketplaces among the safest in the world. This agreement is also part of the “Security and … [Read more...] about CPSC SIGNS COOPERATIVE MEMORANDUM OF UNDERSTANDING WITH CANADA TO IMPROVE SAFETY OF CONSUMER PRODUCTS
U.S., Canada Groups Sue Over Toxic Wood Preservers
Toxic Wood Preservers Contain Arsenic And Other Harmful Substances. Environmental and labor groups from the U.S. and Canada have teamed up in a lawsuit challenging the continued U.S. use of wood preservatives containing arsenic and other harmful substances. The groups say the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency has "overwhelming … [Read more...] about U.S., Canada Groups Sue Over Toxic Wood Preservers
