New Warnings To Be Placed On Drugs Used During Pregnancy, FDA Alerts
Many drugs, such as Zyprexa, Risperdal, and Abilify, are going to notice more strict requirements with the warning labels.
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Antidepressants: Overused For Many Anxiety, Depression Cases
Millions of people in the United States suffer from major depression and anxiety disorders.
FDA Issues Warnings, Parents Continue Medicating Children Under 2
In 2008, the FDA issued warnings about many medicines, causing drastic recalls of many cold drugs.
New ADHD Treatment Method Shown Effective For Children
Researchers found that certain restrictive diets can help reduce such behaviors.
New Blood Pressure Medications May Increase Cancer Risks, Study
A recent study suggests that a number of blood pressure medications may increase the risk of getting cancer.
Medications Usually Given To Children Without Measuring
A new study determined that small miscalculations caused by human error when preparing doses of medication for young children can lead to potentially fatal consequences.
How The Apple iPad May Revolutionalize Healthcare
Many companies, like Epocrates, have started creating specific applications related to healthcare to help users receive the information they need on an instantaneous basis.
New Lice Treatment Twice As Effective, FDA Says
In order to gain approval, the drug has to prove successful in two separate, placebo-controlled trials on more than 550 participants.
Splitting Pills Found To Be Dangerous, Alters Dosages
A new study found in the Journal of Advanced Nursing explains the act of splitting pills may alter medications and potentially harm those taking them.
