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Update to Healthcare Facilities and Healthcare Professionals about Heparin and Heparin-containing Medical Products

Posted by Sally Watkins, PhD, RN | Published: August 8, 2008

The Food and Drug Administration is summarizing important information relating to medical products that contain potentially contaminated heparin and is seeking assistance from healthcare facilities and providers in identifying and reporting adverse events related to these products.

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From the FDA – A Monthly Video News Show for Healthcare Professionals

Posted by Sally Watkins, PhD, RN | Published: August 8, 2008

FDA Patient Safety News (PSN) is a monthly video news show for healthcare professionals.

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ALERT – PATIENT EDUCATION IMPLICATIONS RE: INHALATION DEVICESS

Posted by Sally Watkins, PhD, RN | Published: February 28, 2008

FDA informed healthcare professionals and consumers of the correct way to use Spiriva and Foradil inhalation powder capsules.

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Denture Cleanser Allergic Reactions and Misuse

Posted by Sally Watkins, PhD, RN | Published: February 26, 2008

FDA notified dental healthcare professionals and patients of the risk of serious allergic reactions in users of denture cleansers. These adverse events, including abdominal pain, vomiting, seizures, hypotension and difficulty breathing, have occurred both when the product has been used properly as well as from improper use. These events can occur soon after first use [...]

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