medication safety
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Quarter-Century US Toxicity Data Links Sharp Rise in Liver Damage to Common Non-Prescription Painkillers
A 25-year US study shows medication-related liver injuries surged nearly 400%, driven by acetaminophen overuse that sent over 80% of patients to the hospital.
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FDA’s New Era: Diabetes, Blood Pressure, and Gene Therapy Approvals Redefine Medication Safety and Innovation
Recent FDA decisions signal a major shift in medication safety and innovation, with landmark approvals for diabetes, blood pressure, and gene therapies. This article explores how new oral drugs, urgent recalls, and rapid gene therapy authorizations are transforming patient care…
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Blood Pressure Medication Recall: What Patients Need to Know About Cancer-Causing Impurities
Nearly 590,000 bottles of prazosin hydrochloride have been recalled in the U.S. due to potentially cancer-causing nitrosamine impurities. Here’s a detailed look at the recall, the risks, and what patients should do next.