FDA Updates Requirements for Clozapine in Light of Neutropenia Risk
Clozapine May Cause Severe Neutropenia. The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) is changing certain safety requirements for clozapine, a medication used to treat patients with schizophrenia. According to a Drug Safety Communication issued on Sept. 15, the agency is modifying requirements for monitoring, prescribing, … [Read more...] about FDA Updates Requirements for Clozapine in Light of Neutropenia Risk
Benzocaine bad, Health Canada says
Benzocaine Has Been Linked To A Serious Blood Condition. A local anesthetic used for surgical, dental and other medical procedures has been linked to a potentially serious blood condition, Health Canada said today. The department suggested people about to undergo a procedure involving use of a topical anesthetic called benzocaine … [Read more...] about Benzocaine bad, Health Canada says
