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FDA Drug and Health Alerts

Author: FDA Consumer Health Information
Published: 2010/02/04
Category Topic: Recalls, Warnings, Advisories - Related Publications

Page Content: Synopsis - Introduction - Main

Synopsis: FDA alerts received from health care professionals and patients through the MedWatch Adverse Event Reporting program.

Introduction

These alerts were prompted by reports that FDA received from health care professionals and patients through the agency's MedWatch Adverse Event Reporting program.

Main Content

The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) is alerting the public about the following products:

The counterfeit weight-loss drug Alli, 60 mg capsules (120-count refill kit) sold over the Internet contains a different active ingredient than the authentic drug.

GlucoPro Insulin Syringes may have needles that detach from the syringe and could remain in the skin.

HAPPYTOT and HAPPYBABY Pouch Meals, select varieties, may have a packaging defect that could cause bacterial contamination.

The weight-loss drug Meridia may be risky for people with heart disease.

Some forms of Tylenol, Motrin, Benadryl, and other over-the-counter products may have a moldy or musty odor and could possibly cause illness.

These alerts were prompted by reports that FDA received from health care professionals and patients through the agency's MedWatch Adverse Event Reporting program.

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• FDA Restricts Sale and Distribution of Essure: U.S. FDA restricts sale and distribution of Essure to protect women and to require that patients receive risk information.

• FDA Warns About Illegal Use of Injectable Silicone for Body Contouring and Associated Health Risks: United States FDA issues safety communication about illegal use of injectable silicone for body contouring and associated health risks.

• FDA Warning: Potential Contamination in Multiple Brands Of Drugs, Dietary Supplements: FDA advises not to use any liquid drug or dietary supplement products manufactured by PharmaTech LLC of Davie, Florida, and labeled by Rugby Laboratories, Major Pharmaceuticals and Leader Brands, due to potential contamination.

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