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FDA approves highly anticipated weight-loss pill
July 17, 2012 8:40 PM
WASHINGTON (AP) - The Food and Drug Administration on Tuesday approved a new weight loss drug from Vivus Inc. that many doctors consider the most effective therapy in a new generation of anti-obesity pills designed to help patients safely shed pounds. The agency cleared the pill Qsymia for adults who... more » -
Infant formula recalled for bug contamination
September 22, 2010 4:42 PM
Drugmaker Abbott Laboratories says it is recalling a line of infant formula which may be contaminated with insect parts. The voluntary action affects Similac-brand powder formulas in the U.S., Puerto Rico, Guam and some Caribbean countries. The company says the products may contain a small beetle or larvae,... more » -
FDA flags heart risk with HIV drug combination
February 23, 2010 12:15 PM
The Food and Drug Administration is warning about potential heart risks of combining two anti-HIV drugs. The agency says preliminary data suggest Roche's Invirase and Abbott Laboratories' Norvir can effect the electrical activity of the heart when used together. The FDA is reviewing data submitted by Roche on heart activity... more »
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