Pfizer Recalls a Type of Children’s Liquid Advil
Recall due to mismarked dosage cup in 4-oz bottles of Children’s Advil Suspension Bubble Gum Flavored.
Drug Recalls
Trials for Investigational Alzheimer’s Treatment Lanabecestat Discontinued
The independent data monitoring committee (IDMC) concluded that the 2 trials (AMARANTH and DAYBREAK-ALZ) investigating the treatment in mild Alzheimer’s disease dementia, were not likely to meet their primary endpoints of change from baseline on the 13-item Alzheimer’s Disease Assessment Scale – Cognitive Subscale.
Naloxone Recalled Due to Potential Health Risks
Two lots of naloxone hydrochloride injections, USP have been recalled by Hospira, Inc., due to concerns regarding the presence of particulates on the syringe plunger.
Oral Contraceptive Taytulla Recalled Due to Packaging Error
A physician report indicates that 4 placebo (non-hormonal) capsules were placed in the first 4 days of therapy instead of active capsules.
FDA: Kratom-containing products to be recalled, destroyed
A number of kratom-containing dietary supplements are being recalled and destroyed by the manufacturer stated the US Food and Drug Administration.
DEA reverses plan to ban potential opioid alternative kratom
After public opposition, the DEA has withdrawn its plan to classify the kratom plant as a schedule 1 substance.
FDA: Pfizer recalls certain lots of antidepressant
Action taken after pharmacist found a heart drug among Effexor XR, FDA says.
Merck recalls cholesterol drug Liptruzet
Company issues recall due to defects in product packaging
Omontys recalled after reports of fatal reactions
All lots of the new anemia drug peginesatide have been recalled because of severe, sometimes fatal, hypersensitivity reactions.
Bacterial contamination prompts Zicam nasal decongestant recall
At least one lot of Zicam Extreme Congestion Relief nasal gel has tested positive for Burkholderia cepacia.
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