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FDA Implements New Sterilization Policy, Approves Life-Saving Drug, and Expands Carrot E. coli Recall

The U.S. Food and Drug Administration announced several significant updates today, addressing sterilization policies, drug approvals, and food safety measures to safeguard public health.   New...

DIGEMID Issues Alert on Illegal Sale of Unregistered Sculptra Injections in Peru

Key TakeawaysDIGEMID has issued an alert regarding the illegal sale of Sculptra injections (poly-L-lactic acid) without a sanitary registration in Peru. The unregistered...

DIGEMID Seizes Unregistered Botox Product in Customs Warehouse

Key TakeawaysDIGEMID seized an unregistered Botox (Botulinum Toxin Type A) product found in a Peruvian customs warehouse. The product, manufactured by Allergan Pharmaceuticals...

Clinical Study Reveals Limited Testing for Recalled Heart Devices

Key TakeawaysOnly 30 out of 157 heart devices with Class I recalls underwent premarket testing. Devices often approved via 510(k) pathway with minimal...

Baxter Updates Compounding Device Use Instructions Due to Particulate Matter Risk

Key TakeawaysBaxter Healthcare updates instructions for ExactaMix compounding device inlets due to particulate matter risk. Affected products remain in use but require strict...

Bionpharma Recalls Atovaquone Oral Suspension Due to Contamination

Key TakeawaysBionpharma Inc. has issued a voluntary nationwide recall of a single batch of Atovaquone Oral Suspension due to potential bacterial contamination with...

Pump Recall: Fresenius Kabi Faces Second Ivenix Large Volume Pump Recall in 2024

Key TakeawaysThe FDA upgraded Fresenius Kabi's voluntary recall of Ivenix LVP administration sets to a Class I recall due to risks of uncontrolled...

FDA Issues Warning Against SnoreStop Nasal Spray Due to Contamination Risks

Key TakeawaysThe FDA has warned consumers not to use SnoreStop Nasal Spray due to potential microbial contamination, which may pose serious health risks,...

Warning: Popular Cosmetic Products Recalled Due to Lack of Health Certification

Key TakeawaysAGEMED warns consumers about cosmetic products being sold without mandatory health notifications, putting user safety at risk. These unregulated products have not...

Most Recent Market Recall of Cosmetic Products Due to Chemical Risk

Key TakeawaysThe European Commission has recalled certain batches of cosmetic products due to chemical risks associated with BMHCA. This substance, banned in cosmetics,...

Ventilator Recall: Formaldehyde Exposure Risk in Vivo 45 LS

Key TakeawaysBreas Medical has issued updated instructions for Vivo 45 LS ventilators due to potential risks from elevated formaldehyde emissions, especially at higher...

Medtronic Recalls McGrath MAC Laryngoscopes Due to Battery Overheating and Explosion Risk

Key TakeawaysMedtronic recalls certain McGrath MAC Video Laryngoscopes due to a risk of battery overheating and explosion. Affected devices should be removed and...

Defibtech Recalls RMU-2000 ARM XR Chest Compression Device Due to Serious Safety Risks

Key Takeaways:Defibtech has issued a recall for its RMU-2000 ARM XR Chest Compression Device due to reports of the device unexpectedly stopping compressions. ...

Medline Industries Recalls Convenience Kit Syringes Due to Contamination and Breakage Risks

Key Takeaways:Medline Industries, LP, has recalled specific syringes within its convenience kits due to potential contamination, breakage, and leakage. The FDA has classified...

Inari Medical Updates ClotTriever XL Catheter Instructions Following Reports of Serious Patient Injuries and Deaths

Key Takeaways:Inari Medical has updated the instructions for the ClotTriever XL Catheter due to severe adverse events, including patient deaths and injuries. The...

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