The FDA today announced a $2 Million seizure of "potentially harmful" cosmetic eye products sold by Jan Marini Skin Research Inc., of San Jose, CA under the brand name Age Intervention Eyelash.According to the FDA, Age Intervention Eyelash may lead to vision loss. This is especially dangerous with patients using certain prescription drug … [Read more...]
Chantix – Varenicline and Suicidal Thoughts
The FDA today announced ongoing safety reviews of the drug varenicline, marketed as Chantix and designed to help smokers quit smoking. You may remember the drug's commercials with the rabbit and the turtle / tortoise in a race.The early communication by the FDA about this ongoing safety review has to do with the possibility of increased suicidal … [Read more...]
Merck Settles on Vioxx Lawsuits
After about three years of mediation and litigation, Merck & Co. have finally agreed to pay $4.85 billion to settle the class action lawsuit brought by people who suffered (or had family who suffered) heart attacks and strokes after having taken Vioxx. … [Read more...]
Aqua Dots Recalled – Toy Could Turn Into Date Rape Drug
Yes, you read that title correctly. As reported yesterday, this particular toy was made with a chemical that shouldn't have been used in place of a more expensive adhesive. That chemical, 1,4-Butanediol, is turned by the human body into a substance called amma-Hydroxy Butyrate (GHB), also known as a date-rape-drug or "liquid fantasy". … [Read more...]
CPSC Chairman Strikes Back at Congress
In an official statement from the Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC), Acting Chairman Thomas Moore is fighting back against allegations by Congress and the media that he refused additional resources and additional responsibilities for the CPSC in light of so many recent recalls, especially those dealing with lead paint in toys. … [Read more...]
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