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Valproate Drugs Contraindicated for Pregnant Women to Prevent Migraine Headaches

The FDA warns neurology, pharmacy personnel and patients that valproate sodium and related drugs are contraindicated for pregnant women and should not be taken for the prevention of migraine headaches because they can cause lower IQ in their children. Background of Valproate Drugs Valproate drugs are used to treat certain types of epilepsy, manic episodes [...]

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HT70 and HT70 plus Ventilators by Newport Medical Instruments Recalled (Class I) due to Potential Malfunction

The FDA informs risk managers and nursing personnel that HT70 and HT70 plus Ventilators by Newport Medical Instruments are recalled because the device may go to internal backup battery sooner than expected and cause serious adverse events, including death. Background of HT70 and HT70 plus Ventilators The HT70 and HT70 Plus ventilator systems, by Newport [...]

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Popular Statin Drug Lipitor causes Type II Diabetes in Women

Some women taking Lipitor (atorvastatin) for high cholesterol problems developed type II diabetes, an unexpected side effect of the medication. Lipitor Fails Users Who Trusted the Safety of the Drug Sometimes, diet and exercise aren’t enough to reduce cholesterol levels for some women. The body simply fights all natural efforts to lower production, creating health [...]

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Sodium Chloride Injection 0.9% USP, 100 mL Flexible Containers by Hospira Recalled due to Particulate Matter

Sodium Chloride Injection 0.9% USP, 100 mL Flexible Containers by Hospira Recalled due to Particulate Matter

Pharmacy healthcare personnel and patients are informed by the FDA that one lot of Sodium Chloride Injection 0.9% USP, 100 mL Flexible Containers by Hospira is recalled due to particulate issues identified in containers. Background of Sodium Chloride Injection 0.9% USP, 100 mL Flexible Containers Sodium Chloride Injection 0.9 percent USP, 100 mL, by Hospira, [...]

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