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Drug Abuse: FDA Wants To Pull Out Opioid Painkiller, Here's Why
By Trickos Patrick | Jun 13, 2017 07:39 AM EDTThe FDA brings strict instructions to Endo Pharmaceuticals for turning down Opana ER, Now, more Opioid based painkillers are likely to be pulled off from the market soon.
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FDA Recalls Contraceptive Pills For Packing Errors To Avoid Unwanted Pregnancies
By Trickos Patrick | Jun 09, 2017 08:13 AM EDTThe FDA recently announced a nationwide recall for a certain contraceptive pill which has reportedly been packed wrongly.
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Wait! There's More!: Money Back Guarantee Becomes Staple For Pricey Prescription Drugs [VIDEO]
By Gerard Black | May 04, 2017 08:31 PM EDTInsurance companies want the practice of money back guarantees for prescription drugs to catch on. The major talking point coming out of it, is if that policy really wants to benefit consumers.
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Codeine And Tramadol Not Safe For Kids Says FDA; Here’s Why
By Mae Miller | Apr 25, 2017 09:17 AM EDTCodeine and Tramadol are pain relievers. Just recently, the FDA stated that its not safe to give or prescribe these for kids.
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Patient Under Ocrevus Trial with Relapsing-Remitting Multiple Sclerosis Feels Great Again [VIDEO]
By Alleah Kiamco | Apr 13, 2017 09:23 AM EDTOcrevus antibody for the treatment of Relapsing-Remitting Multiple Sclerosis (RMS). Patient taking partin the clinical trial shares that she's feeling great again with the ocrelizumab infusion.
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FDA Approves Genetic Test for Disease Risk [VIDEO]
By Gerard Black | Apr 10, 2017 08:16 AM EDTThe FDA has approved the sale and marketing of a genetic test for disease risk called the Personal Genome Service Genetic Health Risk from the company 23andME.
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FDA Nominee Too Close To The Pharmaceutical Industry, Democrats Say [VIDEO]
By Gerard Black | Apr 06, 2017 07:59 AM EDTThe US Senate will discuss the nomination of Dr. Scott Gottlieb to the Food and Drug Administration but Democrats believe he is not fit for the job as he is deemed too close to the pharmaceutical industry.
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Food and Drug Administration Approved The Cure For Severe Eczema Whith A Hefty Price [VIDEO]
By Abbie Kraft | Mar 31, 2017 09:46 AM EDTPeople suffering from severe eczema can finally have their treatment. It does however, come with a huge price tag.
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Weight-Loss Pills’ Claims Debunked: What You Really Need To Do To Shed Excess Fat
By Regina Finch | Mar 28, 2017 09:56 AM EDTWeight-loss products dazzle consumers by claiming to eliminate excess body fat by simply taking pills or special drinks. Some pills really work and curb a person's appetite, but not all of them can do this.
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FDA-Approved Treatment For Night-Time Urination Condition Available Now [VIDEO]
By Minnow Blythe | Mar 08, 2017 03:19 AM ESTThe US Food and Drug Authority has recently announced the approval of the first treatment for nocturnal polyuria.
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FDA Approves Emflaza Tablet For Duschenne Muscular Dystrophy
By Anne Collins | Feb 13, 2017 08:55 AM ESTThere is no cure for Duschenne muscular dystrophy. Patients' life expectancy is usually 20 to 30 years. Symptons commonly begin between ages three and five, and boy boys are affected much more than girls.
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Petsmart Recalled 'Great Choice' Canned Dog Food For Metal Contamination
By Anne Collins | Feb 13, 2017 08:40 AM ESTThere have been no reported illnesses or injuries caused by the recalled product. Consumers may exchange or get a full refund from PetSmart stores.
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FDA Warning: Toxic Belladonna Found In Baby Teething Tablets
By Anne Collins | Jan 30, 2017 08:40 AM ESTBelladonna is commonly known as deadly nightshade, which is a toxic substance. FDA laboratory assessment of Hyland's homeopahtic teething products confirmed on Friday inconsistent amounts of belladonna.
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Roche's Actemra Granted Priority Review By FDA
By Anne Collins | Jan 25, 2017 09:10 AM ESTGenentech, member of Roche's company has found positive results for Phase III of their GiACTA study. FDA granted priority review to ensure that Actemra can be made safe and available for patients with giant cell arteritis.
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Marginal Zone Lymphoma: FDA Approves First Drug For This Rare Form Of Non-Hodgkin's Lymphoma
By Beatrix Smith | Jan 22, 2017 10:29 PM ESTThe U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) approves the first drug intended to treat Marginal Zone Lymphoma (MZL).
