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Piperacillin

Piperacillin and Tazobactam for Injection, USP 40.5 grams Recalled due to Precipitation or Crystallization in IV Bag or IV Line upon Reconstitution

The FDA informs risk managers, nursing and health professionals that Piperacillin and Tazobactam for Injection, USP 40.5 grams is recalled because it may show precipitation / crystallization in IV bag or IV line after reconstitution that may cause serious adverse events. Background of Piperacillin and Tazobactam for Injection, USP 40.5 grams Piperacillin and Tazobactam for [...]

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Zithromax

Zithromax (azithromycin) Risk of Cardiovascular Death

FDA informs healthcare professionals (especially Primary Care and Pharmacy) that it is aware of the study published in the New England Journal of Medicine (May 17th, 2012) concerning the risk of cardiovascular death from Zithromax (azithromycin) and that the agency is reviewing the results. Background of Zithromax Zithromax (azithromycin) is a macrolide antibiotic that fights [...]

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Other-Sonic Generic Ultrasound Transmission Gel

Other-Sonic Generic Ultrasound Transmission Gel Poses Risk of Bacterial Contamination

FDA alerts Risk Managers, OB/GYN, Radiology, Infectious Disease healthcare professionals to STOP using Other-Sonic Generic Ultrasound Transmission Gel, manufactured from June to December 2011, because it poses risk of bacterial contamination. Background of Other-Sonic Generic Ultrasound Transmission Gel Other-Sonic Generic Ultrasound Transmission Gel, manufactured by Pharmaceutical Innovations Inc., is a gel used by medical professionals [...]

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Cipro Lawsuit

Cipro Lawsuit Cipro is a brand name for ciprofloxacin, of a class of drugs known as fluoroquinolones. It’s an antibiotic used for many types of infections including pneumonia, skin infections, urinary tract infections, bronchitis and joint infections, among others. Cipro was patented by AG Bayer in 1983 and given approval for sale in the United [...]

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