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FDA's MedWatch Safety Alerts: April 2012

FDA warns about a contaminated ultrasound gel, and a higher risk of blood clots with some birth control pills.

05/15/12 8:00 am

FDA Unit Mobilizes for Emergency Response

During the outbreak of Salmonella Bareilly tied to spicy tuna sushi, , FDA's urgent-response team shifted into high gear.

05/03/12 9:06 am

Consumer Update Analytics

This page contains links to all past Consumer Update Analytics web pages.

04/29/12 11:00 pm

It's a Small World, After All

New "Global Engagement" report opens a window of FDA's work around the world to guarantee the safety of imported foods, medical products and other regulated goods.

04/23/12 9:31 am

FDA Continues Dialogue on 'Nano' Regulation

The Food and Drug Administration (FDA) is continuing a dialogue on nanotechnology by publishing draft guidelines on the use of nanomaterials in cosmetics and substances added to foods.

04/20/12 9:53 am

Fentanyl Patch Can Be Deadly to Children

FDA is warning that improper use, storage and disposal of the fentanyl patch, a potent pain medication, can be deadly to children who swallow it or apply it to their own skin.

04/19/12 12:44 pm

MedWatch Safety Alerts: March 2012

The Food and Drug Administration (FDA) announces safety alerts and reviews for some widely used medications, skin creams and baby food.

04/19/12 9:00 am

FDA's MedWatch Safety Alerts: February 2012

Learn about these and other safety alerts at http://www.fda.gov/Safety/MedWatch.

04/04/12 1:00 pm

FDA's China Offices Focus on Product Safety

After a series of safety scares involving Chinese exports, the Food and Drug Administration's China office has trained nearly 1,600 Chinese manufacturers and regulators on U.S. safety standards. They hope the training will head off future problems.

04/04/12 7:37 am

FDA and ISMP Work to Prevent Medication Errors

FDA is working with the Institute for Safe Medication Practices (ISMP) to protect consumers from medication errors, which are preventable mistakes in labeling, packaging, prescribing, dispensing, and order communication.

04/02/12 1:12 pm

Less Risky Tobacco Product? Only if the Science Says So

The Tobacco Control Act created a path that companies may use to bring products to the market that are less harmful or reduce the risk of tobacco-related disease.

03/30/12 3:40 pm

What Are You Smoking (or Chewing or Inhaling)?

FDA establishes a list of harmful or potentially harmful chemicals in tobacco products and smoke, and requires tobacco companies to report how much of these chemicals are in their products.

03/30/12 3:39 pm