Tag Archives: Over-The-Counter
Xenical

Orlistat (marketed as Alli and Xenical): Cases of Severe Liver Injury

The FDA warned Family Practice healthcare professionals and patients/consumers that Xenical and Alli labels were revised to include new safety information about cases of severe liver injury. Background of Orlistat (marketed as Alli and Xenical) Xenical and Alli are weight-loss drugs that contain different strengths of the same active ingredient, orlistat. Xenical is available by [...]

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otc eye drops

Over-The-Counter Eye Drops & Nasal Sprays: Serious Complications from Accidental Ingestion by Children

Consumers and Pediatrics healthcare personnel are informed by the FDA that Over-The-Counter Eye Drops & Nasal Sprays’ accidental ingestion by children for the relief of redness and nasal decongestion can result to serious and even life-threatening adverse events. Background of Over-The-Counter Eye Drops & Nasal Sprays Over-The-Counter Eye Drops & Nasal Sprays are sold, as [...]

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Chelation

Chelation Products and Unapproved Over-the-Counter Drugs

The US FDA advises consumers to avoid “chelation” products, over-the-counter (OTC) for prevention or treatment of diseases because they can cause serious harm and/or death. Background of Over-the-Counter Chelation drugs Chelation is used to remove heavy metals from the body via certain chemicals. Some of these products are marketed as dietary supplements but they are [...]

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Mentholatum

Over-The-Counter Topical Muscle and Joint Pain Relievers May Cause Serious Skin Injuries

The US FDA informs healthcare personnel and consumers that certain Over-The-Counter (OTC) Topical Muscle and Joint Pain Relievers may cause serious burns. Background of Over-The-Counter Topical Muscle and Joint Pain Relievers Over-The-Counter (OTC) Topical Muscle and Joint Pain Relievers are mainly used for the temporary relief from minor muscle and joint aches and pain. FDA [...]

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