Large action in the USA. FDA recalled nearly 90,000 bottles of pain medication for children
The FDA has recalled nearly 90,000 bottles of children's pain medication due to reports of black specks and other contaminants.
Urgent product recalls for popular sun cream, beauty products and medication this week
Several popular products, including sun creams and medications, were urgently recalled this week due to safety risks and labeling issues.
Poison Control Chief: A Safe Medicine Box Should Be Made for School Children
The head of the poison information department in Estonia emphasizes the importance of having a secure medicine box for school children to reduce the incidence of medicinal poisoning.
Death of a Nonagenarian Due to Medication Error; Chitose City Hospital's Double-Check Mechanism Failed
A patient in his nineties died due to a medication error at a hospital in Chitose City, Japan, where double-checking by nurses failed to prevent the mix-up of medications.
New warning over Wegovy with 'five times higher risk' of sudden sight loss
A new analysis reveals that Wegovy, a weight-loss medication, may have a significantly higher risk of sudden sight loss compared to other semaglutide drugs.
Serious criticism of the new journal system Cosmic
Critics are highlighting significant shortcomings in the Cosmic journal system, leading to increased workload for healthcare staff and potential risks for patient safety.
‘I’m on medication and running out’: Canadians scramble to leave Middle East
Canadians are facing challenges exiting the Middle East due to ongoing conflict, with many stranded as flights are canceled and travel plans disrupted.
Restless legs are treated with outdated methods - Patients may be offered drugs that carry risks
The article discusses the treatment of restless legs syndrome (RLS), highlighting the continued use of medications associated with long-term risks despite the availability of easier solutions once the syndrome is recognized.
Will drugs from China flood Europe? "A serious threat to pharmaceutical safety"
Polish pharmaceutical industry leaders express concerns over the increasing reliance on Chinese-produced active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), warning it poses a significant threat to the security of medication supplies in Europe.
Research on new medications, such as polylaminin, must follow strict international rules
The development of new medications, including polylaminin, requires adherence to strict international guidelines, particularly in clinical trials that involve control groups to assess efficacy and safety.
All medication users warned to avoid 'dangerous' error when taking tablets
A pharmacist warns medication users about a significant mistake that can lead to dangerous consequences when taking tablets.
'Begging for stronger medication,' says aunt of woman burned at carnival party in Mogi das Cruzes; victim will be transferred
The family of a woman severely burned during a carnival event in Mogi das Cruzes is calling for better medical care as she awaits transfer to a specialized facility.
Australia: 85-Year-Old Man Kidnapped by Mistake – Authorities Urge for His Release
Australian police are searching for 85-year-old Chris Baghsarian, who was mistakenly kidnapped by three criminals, and have urged for his prompt release as he requires daily medication.
I'm a pharmacist and people do 3 things when taking medication that scare me
Pharmacist Anum highlights three concerning behaviors people exhibit when taking medication that she finds unsettling as a medical professional.
Audit guarantees safety and correct use of medicines in the People's Pharmacy of Piauí
The State Department of Health of Piauí is implementing a pharmaceutical audit service in all People's Pharmacy units to ensure the correct and timely use of medications according to established protocols.
This is the protocol that all hospitals follow to avoid failures in medication doses like those in Burgos
Spanish hospitals have protocols in place to ensure the safety and accuracy of medication dosages, following a recent incident in Burgos where an overdose led to patient deaths.