Mercury in Skin Care Products Prompt FDA Safety Alert
Mercury In Skin Care Products. The U.S. Food and DrugAdministration (FDA) has issued a safety warning concerning the dangers of using skin care products containing mercury. Exposure to mercury may develop into serious health problems such as mercury poisoning and is particularly dangerous for pregnant women, babies, and young … [Read more...] about Mercury in Skin Care Products Prompt FDA Safety Alert
Revolade Severe Liver Damage Risk
Safety Alert for Revolade. Revolade (eltrombopag) can cause severe, potentially fatal liver injury, Health Canada warns. In a safety alert issued on Aug. 25, the regulators said that some patients experienced cases of severe drug-induced liver injury while taking the drug during clinical trials and post-marketing. Revolade is … [Read more...] about Revolade Severe Liver Damage Risk
Wen Conditioner Hair Loss Complaints Prompt FDA Safety Alert
Numerous complaints of hair loss, bald spots, rashes, and itching after using Wen hair cleansing conditioner prompted the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) to issue a safety alert. As of July 7, 2016, the agency has received 127 direct complaints from consumers, the most ever concerning a cosmetic hair product. Also, the FDA … [Read more...] about Wen Conditioner Hair Loss Complaints Prompt FDA Safety Alert
FDA Safety Alert Underactive Thyroid following use of Contrast Agents in Infants
The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has issued a safety alert noting that "rare cases of underactive thyroid have been reported in infants following the use of contrast media containing iodine, also called 'contrast dye,' for X-rays and other medical imaging procedures." This problem has been the subject of investigation … [Read more...] about FDA Safety Alert Underactive Thyroid following use of Contrast Agents in Infants
FDA Orders Stronger Warnings of Heart and Stroke Risks with Common Pain Relievers
After reviewing new safety information, the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has requested drug makers to strengthen warnings that common painkillers like Motrin, Aleve, and Advil can increase the risk of a heart attack or stroke. These painkillers—nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs—are widely used in both prescription and … [Read more...] about FDA Orders Stronger Warnings of Heart and Stroke Risks with Common Pain Relievers
Multaq Alert after Clinical Trial Halted
FDA Has Issued A Multaq Alert. The U.S. Food & Drug Administration (FDA) has issued a safety alert for the drug Multaq, after a clinical trial for the drug was halted due to a higher-than-expected number of heart problems among study participants. The agency is advising Multaq users to speak with their doctors as … [Read more...] about Multaq Alert after Clinical Trial Halted
Arthroscopic Shavers Subject of FDA Safety Alert
Medical Device Subjected To Review Arthroscopic shavers, devices that are used in some orthopedic surgical procedures, are being subjected to a Food & Drug Administration (FDA) safety review. According to the agency, there have been reports of instances in which pieces of tissue have remained within certain arthroscopic shavers, … [Read more...] about Arthroscopic Shavers Subject of FDA Safety Alert
FDA Diabetes Drug Safety Alert
Diabetes Drug Avandia Linked To Heart Attacks. The widely prescribed diabetes drug Avandia is linked to a greater risk of heart attack and possibly death, a new scientific analysis revealed, and the U.S. government issued a safety alert Monday. The Food and Drug Administration urged diabetics taking the pill to talk to their … [Read more...] about FDA Diabetes Drug Safety Alert
