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Nationwide Recall of Oral Contraceptive Because of a Packaging Error

Defective Birth Control Pill Recalled When consumers pick up prescription medications from their local pharmacies, they should be able to… Read More

Valsartan Medication Recall Expands

Heart Failure Medication Recall Expanded by FDA Have you read about the recent series of medication recalls for the heart failure… Read More

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Tris Pharma Issues Infant Ibuprofen Recall

Parents Should be Aware of Dangerous Drug Recall of Ibuprofen Affecting Children Do you have infant ibuprofen in your medicine… Read More

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FDA Acts Against Benzocaine Teething Products

If you have an infant or toddler, you probably think about the risks of child injury quite frequently. While we do… Read More

Lawsuits Allege Link Between Zoloft and Birth Defects

Lawsuits Allege Link Between Zoloft and Birth Defects Last year, a Pfizer report included information from a scientist that suggested… Read More

Anti-Nausea Medications and the Risk of Birth Defects

Study Suggests Zofran Not Safe for Use During Pregnancy Many pregnant women are prescribed Zofran as an anti-nausea drug. Yet… Read More

Antidepressants and Birth Defects

Do Antidepressants Actually Pose Significant Hazards for Pregnant Women? Several new studies have suggested that expecting mothers should be wary… Read More

Study Shows Link Between Birth Defects and Painkiller Use During Pregnancy

Opioid Use and Birth Defects According to a recent article in BU Today, a high number of doctors prescribe opioid… Read More

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