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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The FDA informs consumers and pharmacy personnel that the Introvale (levonorgestrel and ethinyl estradiol) tablets are recalled because, due to packaging flaw, if the patient takes the wrong tablet for a period of time this might lead to an unintended pregnancy. Background of Introvale tablets Introvale, by Sandoz, is a generic extended-cycle birth control pill. [...]
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Consumers have been alerted of a countrywide recall which was announced for Ethinyl Estradiol and Norgestimate pills. The said pills were recalled due to issues with the packaging of the pills which could further contribute to erroneous dosing in their administration. Background of Ethinyl Estradiol and Norgestimate Pills Both the Ethinyl Estradiol pills and Norgestimate [...]
Read more09/16/2011 A nationwide retail-level recall has been issued by Qualitest Pharmaceuticals. A large amount of oral contraceptives were packaged incorrectly, which could lead to inadequate contraception for women using this product on a daily level. This could lead to unwanted pregnancy. There were several blister packs found that were rotated about 180 degrees inside the [...]
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