Panel Backs Moving Opioid Antidote Narcan Over the Counter
The positive vote, which is not binding, came despite concerns from some panel members about the drug's instructions and packaging. read more >
The positive vote, which is not binding, came despite concerns from some panel members about the drug's instructions and packaging. read more >
States have imposed restrictions on abortion pills, but there's a court battle over whether they have the power to do so in defiance of U.S. Food and Drug Administration policy. read more >
The marijuana-derived products have become increasingly popular in lotions, tinctures and foods, while their legal status has been murky in the U.S. read more >
The FDA will ask its panel of outside vaccine experts to weigh in at a meeting Thursday. read more >
Tuesday's action formally updates the drug's labeling to allow many more retail pharmacies to dispense the pills, so long as they complete a certification process. read more >
The criticism comes as the FDA is expected to decide whether to approve another new Alzheimer's drug in January. read more >
The "lack of a single, clearly identified person" to lead the foods program has led to a culture of "constant turmoil" at the agency, a report found. read more >
Before over-the-counter, you usually needed to get your hearing tested and buy hearing aids from a specialist. That's no longer the case. read more >
The trial is important because it shows a drug that attacks a sticky protein called amyloid -- considered one of several culprits behind Alzheimer's -- can delay disease progression. read more >
Health regulators insist Covis Pharma's product doesn't work. read more >
There's one more step before parents can bring their kids in for the new shot: The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, which recommends how vaccines are used, must sign off. read more >
FDA vaccine chief Dr. Peter Marks said last week he expected a decision on boosters for that age group soon. read more >
The move by the Food and Drug Administration tweaks the recipe of shots made by Pfizer and rival Moderna that already have saved millions of lives. read more >
The French drug maker's application compiles years of research intended to convince the Food and Drug Administration that women can safely screen themselves for those risks and use the pill effectively. read more >
The announcement comes as COVID-19 cases, hospitalizations and deaths are rising again, though they remain near their lowest levels since the coronavirus outbreak began in 2020. read more >
Abortion pills, however, can legally be obtained through the mail after an online consultation from prescribers who have undergone certification and training. read more >
Moderna's preliminary study results show people given the combination shot experienced a higher boost in omicron-fighting antibodies than if they just got a fourth dose of the original vaccine. read more >
Contaminated fruit was sold at various U.S. retailers, including Aldi, Kroger and Walmart. read more >
The money will fund a final study of the acetaminophen toxicity test before researchers seek FDA approval. read more >
The move comes as legislation to authorize Medicare to negotiate prescription drug prices remains stuck in the Senate. read more >
