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5-alpha Reductase Inhibitors (5-ARIs) Label Update - Increased Risk of Prostate Cancer 06/13/2011
Abacavir (Ziagen) and Abacavir-Containing Medications - Patient Screening Recommended 07/29/2008
Abacavir and Didanosine and Potential Risk of Heart Attack - Ongoing Safety Review - Update 03/07/2011
Abacavir Sulfate (Ziagen) and Lamivudine/Zidovudine (Combivir) - Third Party Tampering 4/12/2007
Abbott Blood Glucose Meter Display Problems 9/13/2007
Abbott Glucose Test Strips - Recall Due to Incorrect Results 12/23/2010
Able Laboratories Inc. - Recalls All Products/Suspends Manufacturing 5/25/2005
ACCU-CHEC glucose meter device recall 1/23/2006
ACCU-CHEK Softclix Lancet Recall 06/03/2009
Accusure Insulin Syringe Recall - updated 10/28/2009
Accutane (Isotretinoin) - New Informational FDA web site 3/29/2007
Accutane and Generic Isotretinoin - iPLEDGE Risk Management Program Modification 10/12/2006
Accutane and Generic Isotretinoin: New risk management program - iPLEDGE 8/17/2005
Acetaminophen in Prescription Medications Limited to 325 mg per Dosage Unit 01/13/2011
Acetaminophen (Tylenol®) Pediatric Liquid Products Recalled Due to Possible Bacterial Contamination - UPDATED 10/01/2009
Acetaminophen Concentrated Drops - Brookstone Pharmaceuticals Voluntary Recall Due to Packaging Concerns 07/16/2009
Acetaminophen - FDA Actions to Prevent Overdose 07/01/2009
Acetaminophen 500 mg Tablets (Store Brands) - Recall 11/10/2006
Acetylcysteine Injection (Acetadote) - Recall Due to Particulates 01/03/2011
Actavis Drug Recall 08/05/2008
Actavis Totowa Digoxin (Digitek®) Recall 04/29/2008
Actiq lozenges 9/3/2003
Adacel (DTaP) and Daptacel (Tdap) Administration Errors 2/2/2007
Adalimumab (Humira) and infections/hypersensitivity/and hematologic reaction 11/9/2004
Advair Diskus (Fluticasone Propionate and Salmeterol Powder for Inhalation) Stolen - Verify Drug Pedigrees 07/19/2010
Advanced Medical Optics Recall - Healon D Ophthalmic Viscosurgical Device 12/12/2008
Advanced Medical Optics Contact Lens Solution Recall 5/30/2007
Aidapack Services - Recall of Repackaged Products Due To Possible Beta-Lactam Cross Contamination 06/06/2011
Alaris System Class I Recall 08/07/2009
Albumin considered safe for use in critically ill patients 5/20/2005
Albuterol Inhaler (Ventolin HFA) Recalled by GlaxoSmithKline – May Contain Insufficient Propellant 01/24/2012
Albuterol Sulfate 0.083% Inhalation Solution by Ritedose Corporation - Recall Due to Mislabeled Vials 01/04/2011
Alcohol-Free Mouthwash - Recall 05/08/2008
Alcohol Prep Pads, Swabs, and Swabsticks - Recall Due to Possible Microbial Contamination - Update 02/17/2011
Alefacept (Amevive) not recommended for HIV patients 11/15/2005
Alemtuzumab (Campath) Associated with Severe Idiopathic Thrombocytopenic Purpura in Multiple Sclerosis Trials 12/2/2005
Alglucosidase Alfa (Myozyme) - Formation of Black Particles During Reconstitution 4/12/2007
Alka-Seltzer Plus Day & Night Cold Formula - Recall of a Single Lot by Bayer Consumer Care 12/09/2009
Altocor® (lovastatin extended release) withdrawal/replaced by Altoprev® 8/11/2004
Amantadine (Symmetrel, generic) and Rimantadine (Flumadine, generic) - High Levels of Resistance By Influenza A H3N2 Viruses 1/19/2006
Amicar (aminocaproic acid) and Omacor (omega-3-acid ethyl esters) Dispensing Errors 3/2/2006
Amiodarone hydrochloride tablets (Cordarone®/generic) - Patient Medication Guide Requirement 1/13/2005
Ammonul (sodium phenylacetate and sodium benzoate) Injection - Filter Required 09/25/2008
Amphetamine/Dextroamphetamine (Adderall/Adderall XR)associated with sudden death/sales suspended on Canadian market 2/10/2005
Anagrelide (Agrylin) exposure increased in patients with hepatic impairment/contraindicated in severe hepatic impairment 2/10/2005
Anesthetic Agents for Cosmetic Procedures/Topical - Potentially Fatal Adverse Effects 2/12/2007
Angiotensin Receptor Blockers and Safety Review for Cancer Risk - UPDATE 06/03/2011
Angiotensin-Converting Enzyme Inhibitors (ACE Inhibitors) Associated with Birth Defects in First Trimester 6/9/2006
Antidepressants and Suicidality in Young Adults 5/7/2007
Antidepressants and Suicidality in Adults to be Evaluated 7/1/2005
Antidepressant labeling changes 7/6/2004
Antidepressants and suicidality in children: FDA requests labeling change 10/15/2004
Antiepileptic Drugs and Increased Risk of Suicidal Behavior or Suicidal Ideation 05/06/2009
Antipsychotic Class Labeling Update: Pregnancy Sections Revised to Include Risk of Extrapyramidal Signs and Withdrawal Symptoms in Newborns 02/23/2011
Antipsychotics (Conventional and Atypical) - Increased Risk of Death in Elderly Patients Taking Antipsychotics for Dementia-Related Psychosis 06/16/2008
Anti-Tumor Necrosis Factor (TNF) Agents (adalimumab [Humira], certolizumab pegol [Cimzia], etanercept [Enbrel], infliximab [Remicade], golimumab [Simponi]), azathioprine, and mercaptopurine - Reports of Hepatosplenic T-Cell Lymphoma - UPDATE 11/04/2011
Anti-Tumor Necrosis Factor (TNF) Agents (adalimumab [Humira], certolizumab pegol [Cimzia], etanercept [Enbrel], infliximab [Remicade], golimumab [Simponi]) -Ongoing Safety Review of Malignancy Risk - UPDATE 11/04/2011
Aprotinin (Trasylol) Marketing Temporarily Suspended Pending Ongoing Safety Review - Update 11/5/2007
Aprotinin (Trasylol): Increased Risk Of Myocardial Infarction/Stroke/Renal Dysfunction/and Anaphylaxis - Update 12/18/2006
Aranesp (darbepoetin alfa) and Adverse Effects with Off-Label Dosing 1/14/2005
Arava (leflunomide) 11/21/2003
Argatroban Injection 50 mg/50mL - Voluntary Recall Due To Particulate Matter 12/06/2011
Aromatase Inhibitors, Recall of Dietary Supplement Products Containing 09/20/2010
Asenapine and Serious Hypersensitivity Reactions 09/02/2011
Aspirin and Ibuprofen Drug Interaction 9/14/2006
Astellas Recall of Lots of Several Medications Due to Stolen Transport Trailer 07/23/2009
Atomoxetine (Strattera) - Increased Risk of Suicidal Ideation in Pediatric Patients 10/2/2005
Atomoxetine (Strattera) associated with liver toxicity 12/22/2004
Atypical Antipsychotics - increased mortality in elderly patients with dementia 4/12/2005
Atypical antipsychotics and hyperglycemia 9/1/2004
Avastin® (bevacizumab) - FDA Proposes Removal of Breast Cancer Indication 12/20/2010
Avian Flu Therapies/Fraudulent 1/3/2006
Avastin (Bevacizumab) and Tracheoesophageal Fistula 4/24/2007
Avastin (bevacizumab) increased risk of arterial thromboembolic events - Update 1/5/2005
Baby's Bliss Gripe Water by MOM Enterprises Recalled 9/28/2007
Bacteriostatic Sodium Chloride Injection 0.9% from American Regent - Recall Due to Particulates 03/21/2011
Balanced Salt Solution by Cytosol Labs Recalled 2/15/2006
Belatacept (Nulojix): REMS Required Due to Post-Transplant Lymphoproliferative Disorder and Progressive Multifocal Leukoencephalopathy 07/08/2011
Becaplermin Gel (Regranex) and Risk of Cancer Death - Ongoing Safety Review 06/10/2008
Bedford Laboratories Recall: Polymyxin B and Vecuronium 01/12/2012
Benadryl Extra Strength Itch Stopping Gel - "For Skin Use Only" Added to Prominent Areas of the Product 05/14/2010
Bendamustine Hydrochloride (Treanda®) Recall – Particulate Matter in Vial 01/30/2012
Benzocaine Sprays, Gels and Liquids: Increased Risk of Methemoglobinemia - Update 04/08/2011
Benzonatate (Tessalon) - Potential for Accidental Overdose by Children 12/14/2010
Benzoyl Peroxide 10% Topical Acne Gel - Product Recall 11/18/2008
Bevacizumab (Avastin) - FDA Removes Breast Cancer Indication - Update 11/21/2011
Bevacizumab (Avastin®) Repackaged Intravitreal Injections - Risk of Serious Infections 09/01/2011
Bevacizumab (Avastin®) and sunitinib (Sutent®) – combined use may increase risk of microangiopathic hemolytic anemia 07/14/2008
Bevacizumab (Avastin) and Tracheoesophageal Fistula 4/24/2007
Bevacizumab (Avastin®) and Risk of Reversible Posterior Leukoencephalopathy Syndrome (RPLS) and Nasal Septum Perforation 9/27/2006
Bioidentical Hormone Replacement Therapy - Misleading Information 01/11/2008
Bismacine Injection (Chromacine) - Avoid Use for Lyme Disease 7/25/2006
Bisphosphonates - Update of Safety Review of FDA Early Communication Regarding Atrial Fibrillation 11/13/2008
Bisphosphonates (alendronate [Fosamax, Fosamax plus D], etidronate [Didronel], ibandronate [Boniva], pamidronate [Aredia], risedronate [Actonel, Actonel and calcium], tiludronate [Skelid], zoledronic acid [Reclast, Zometa]) - Bone, Joint, and Musculoskeletal Pain Reminder 01/07/2008
Bisphosphonate-Induced Renal Dysfunction in Oncology Practice 3/10/2005
Blood Glucose Test Strip Recall - OneTouch® SureStep® Test Strips 03/02/2010
Body Building Products Containing Unapproved Synthetic Steroids - FDA Issues Warning 01/19/2010
Bortezomib (Velcade) - Dose Adjustment in Hepatic Impairment 01/27/2010
Bosentan (Tracleer) 5/Cause Hepatotoxicity 3/3/2006
Botulinum Toxin Types A (Botox, Botox Cosmetic, Dysport) and Botulinum Toxin Type B (Myobloc) - Safety Review Update and Names Changed to OnabotulinumtoxinA (Botox, Botox Cosmetic), AbobotulinumtoxinA (Dysport), and RimabotulinumtoxinB (Myobloc) 08/04/2009
Brazilian Diet Pills 5/Contain Chlordiazepoxide/Fluoxetine/or Stimulants 1/19/2006
Brentuximab Vedotin (Adcetris) – New Warnings About Progressive Multifocal Leukoencephalopathy and Pulmonary Toxicity 01/17/12
Butalbital / Acetaminophen / Caffeine Tablets and Hydrocodone / Acetaminophen Tablets from Qualitest - Recall Due To Potential Mislabeling 06/27/2011
Bupropion (Zyban and generics) - Neuropsychiatric Events and Suicidality Warnings added to the Prescribing Information - Update 07/06/2009
Caffeine Citrate Powder/Purified - Recall 5/22/2007
Calcilo XD Infant Formula - Product Recall 06/04/2008
Caraco Medications Seized by US Marshals Due to Ongoing Quality Problems UPDATED 06/30/2009
Carbamazepine (Tegretol) - Skin Reactions More Common in Patients with Human Leukocyte Antigen B*1502 Allele 12/12/2007
Cefepime (Maxipime) - Ongoing Safety Review 06/18/2009
Ceftriaxone Injection (Rocephin) - Interaction with Calcium Products and New Contraindication in Hyperbilirubinemic Neonates — UPDATE 04/14/2009
Celecoxib (Celebrex) cardiovascular risk 12/21/2004
Celestone® (Betamethasone) Oral Solution Due to Dosing Variability, Merck Recalls 01/30/2012
cetirizine HCl/Name confusion with 2/10/2005
Cetuximab (Erbitux) - Additional Monitoring for Electrolyte Abnormalities and Infusion Reactions 9/15/2005
Changes to CII prescribing - Postdating no longer allowed 3/23/2005
Chelated Over-the-Counter (OTC) Products - FDA Warns Against Use 10/18/2010
Children's Tylenol Meltaways 80 mg/Children's Tylenol SoftChews 80 mg/and Junior Tylenol Meltaways 160 mg - recalled due to confusing packaging and labeling 6/6/2005
Chiron's Influenza Virus Vaccine (Fluvirin) Delayed/Shipment of 9/2/2004
Chondrolysis Associated with Continuously Infused Local Anesthetics [bupivacaine (Marcaine; Sensorcaine); chloroprocaine (Nesacaine); lidocaine (Xylocaine); mepivacaine (Carbocaine; Polocaine); procaine (Novocain); ropivacaine (Naropin)] 11/17/2009
Citalopram hydrobromide (Celexa) and Abnormal Heart Rhythms: New Labeling Changes 08/24/2011
Citalopram and Finasteride by Greenstone - Recalled due to Mislabeling 03/29/2011
Clarcon Hand Sanitizers and Skin Protectants Recall 06/11/2009
Clarithromycin (Biaxin/Biaxin XL)- study shows increased cardiovascular mortality 12/13/2005
Clevidipine Butyrate Injection (Cleviprex) - Recall 03/19/2010
Clindamycin Injection - APP Pharmaceuticals Recalls 11 Lots 02/05/2010
Clopidogrel Bisulfate (Plavix) -Box Warning on Poor Metabolizers 03/15/2010
Clopidogrel Bisulfate (Plavix) - Potential Interactions with Omeprazole (Prilosec) and Esomeprazole (Nexium) - Ongoing Safety Review - UPDATE 11/19/2010
Chlorhexidine Gluconate Skin Preparation Cloth - Recall 07/02/2008
Clozapine (Clozaril, generic) Labeling Changes - White Blood Cell Count Monitoring Changes 1/13/2006
Cochlear Implant Device Increases Risk of Pneumococcal Meningitis - Immunization Recommended 10/17/2007
Codeine use in Nursing Mothers with a Specific CYP2D6 Genotype may lead to Morphine Overdose in the Nursing Infant 8/17/2007
Colchicine Products, FDA Bans the Manufacture of Unapproved Injectable 02/06/2008
Colchicine Injection - Recall of Compounded Product 5/3/2007
Colistimethate Injection- Risk of Serious or Fatal Dosing Errors 07/14/2011
Colistimethate (Coly-Mycin M®, generics) Inhalation Possibly Associated With Death 7/2/2007
Combivir (Lamivudine/Zidovudine) and Ziagen (Abacavir Sulfate) - Third Party Tampering 4/12/2007
Compounded Inhalation Solutions 5/Not Be Safe, Unapproved 8/11/2006
Compounding Topical Anesthetic Creams and Other Products/FDA Warns Pharmacies Against 09/25/2009
Concentrated Sodium Chloride Injection 23.4% from American Regent - Recall Due to Particulates 03/21/2011
Contact Lens Solutions: Fungal Eye Infections in Soft Contact Lens Wearers 4/14/2006
Corvalol - Unapproved Drug Contains Phenobarbital 11/21/2008
Cough and Cold Medications Update - Infant Deaths and Use in Children — UPDATED 10/10/2008
Counterfeit Medications on the Internet - FDA Warning about Orlistat (Xenical) 5/3/2007
COX-2 Selective Inhibitors and NSAIDs - Patient Medication Guide Requirement 6/16/2005
Creon - Newly Approved Formulation Requires New Prescription 07/06/2009
Cyclopentolate and Tropicamide Administration Errors 06/27/2008
Dabigatran etexilate mesylate (Pradaxa®) – Ongoing Safety Review of Post-Marketing Reports Related to Serious Bleeding Events 12/07/2011
Dabigatran (Pradaxa®) - Important Storage and Handling Requirements 11/09/2011
Daptacel (DTaP) and Adacel (Tdap) Administration Errors 2/2/2007
Daptomycin (Cubicin) - Risk of Eosinophilic Pneumonia 07/29/2010
Daptomycin (Cubicin) - MBT Contaminant When Stored in ReadyMED Elastomeric Pump 04/10/2008
Darbepoetin alfa [Aranesp]/Erythropoiesis-Stimulating Agent Increases Death in Non-Chemotherapy-Induced Anemia 2/20/2007
Darbepoetin alfa/Epoetin alfa: Hemoglobin Target above 12 g/dL Increases Cardiovascular Risk 11/20/2006
Darunavir (Prezista)- Hepatotoxicity Warnings 3/14/2008
Dasatinib (Sprycel) May Increase Risk of Pulmonary Arterial Hypertension 10/12/2011
Daytrana (Methylphenidate) Patch - Recall of Specific Lots by Shire Pharmaceuticals 02/03/2010
Daytrana™ (Methylphenidate Transdermal System) Recall 9/7/2007
DEA Numbers 5/Begin With Letter "F" 10/16/2006
Deferasirox (Exjade) - New Boxed Warning about Potentially Fatal Renal, Hepatic, Hematologic, and Allergic Events 02/23/2010
Deferasirox (Exjade) - Potentially Fatal Renal, Hepatic, Hematologic, and Allergic Events 5/23/2007
Denileukin diftitox (Ontak) 5/Cause Visual Loss 3/17/2006
Desipramine (Norpramin®) - New Warnings in Patients with a Family History of Cardiac Disorders 12/03/2009
Desmopressin - Risk of Hyponatremia and Seizures 12/06/2007
Dexamethasone Sodium Phosphate 4 mg/mL Injection from American Regent - Recall Due to Particulates 03/21/2011
Dexamethasone Sodium Phosphate Injection, 4 mg/mL, 30 mL Multiple Dose Vials Recalled - Particulates in Product 12/28/2010
Dexlansoprazole (Kapidex) - Brand Name Change, Confusion with Casodex and Kadian 03/05/2010
Dextroamphetamine/Amphetamine 20 mg Tablet Recall by Barr 08/18/2009
Dextroamphetamine sulfate 5 mg tablets by Ethex recall 10/17/2008
Dextroamphetamine (Dexedrine/Dexedrine Spansule) Labeling Changes/Including Sudden Death 2/23/2007
Dextromethorphan abuse associated with death 5/25/2005
Diazepam Rectal Gel (Diastat Acudial): Applicator Defect 5/Prevent Delivery of Complete Dose. 3/31/2006
Diclofenac Topical Gel 1% (Voltaren Gel) and Hepatic Toxicity 12/07/2009
Didanosine (Videx, Videx EC) and Non-Cirrhotic Portal Hypertension 02/01/2010
Digoxin Tablet Recall by Caraco - UPDATED 05/13/2009
Disposal of Prescription Medications in the Community - Federal Guidelines 09/06/2011
Dolasetron Safety Announcement 12/17/2010
Dolasetron (Anzemet) 2/3/2003
Doxazosin 4 mg Extended Release Tablets (Cardura XL) Recalled by Pfizer for Irregular 8-hour Dissolution Result 01/24/2012
Dronedarone (Multaq®) – Two-fold Increased Risk of Death and Serious Adverse Events – Update 12/22/2011
Dronedarone (Multaq): Potential for Severe Liver Injury 01/19/2011
droperidol (Inapsine) 1/19/2002
Drospirenone-Containing Birth Control Pills - Ongoing Safety Review for Increased Risk of Venous Thromboembolic Events 06/01/2011
Drotrecogin alfa (Xigris) - Withdrawn From Worldwide Market 10/25/2011
Drotrecogin alfa [activated] (Xigris) - Ongoing Safety Review 02/05/2009
Drotrecogin alfa (Xigris) Not Effective in Pediatric Patients with Severe Sepsis 04/29/2005
Dulcolax Products - not all formulations contain bisacodyl 4/27/2004
Duloxetine (Cymbalta®) 5/Exacerbate Hepatic Injury in Patients with Preexisting Liver Disease 10/18/2005
Duragesic Patch Recall UPDATE 4/6/2004
Duragesic Patch Recall 2/23/2004
Ear Candles - Risk of Serious Injuries, Avoid Use 02/23/2010
Edetate Disodium - Sound-Alike Confusion with Edetate Calcium Disodium 01/22/2008
Efalizumab (Raptiva®) withdrawal 04/13/2009
Efalizumab (Raptiva) and Progressive Multifocal Leukoencephalopathy (Update) 02/20/2009
Efalizumab (Raptiva) associated with hemolytic anemia/thrombocytopenia/and serious infection 7/20/2005
Efavirenz (Sustiva) - Pregnancy Risk has Changed to Category D (positive evidence of fetal risk). 6/13/2005
Electronic Cigarette - A Potential Health Hazard 07/28/2009
Eltrombopag (Promacta®) - Portal Venous System Thromboses in Patients with Chronic Liver Disease 05/14/2010
Enoxaparin (Lovenox) adjust dose for severe renal impairment 8/17/2004
Entacapone/carbidopa/levodopa (Stalevo): Ongoing Cardiovascular Safety Review 08/23/2010
Entacapone/carbidopa/levodopa (Stalevo): Ongoing Prostate Cancer Safety Review 04/05/2010
Entecavir (Baraclude) and Possible HIV Resistance — UPDATED 8/20/2007
Ephedra 12/30/2003
Ephedrine alkaloids in dietary supplements illegal to market in US 9/7/2006
Epoetin alfa, Darbepoetin alfa: New Risk Management Program 03/25/2010
Epoetin alfa/Darbepoetin alfa: Hemoglobin Target above 12 g/dL Increases Cardiovascular Risk 11/20/2006
Epoetin alfa (Eprex) in the Treatment of Acute Ischemic Stroke 09/30/2008
Epoetin Alfa (Epogen®/Procrit®) and Darbepoetin Alfa (Aranesph®) - Associated with Pure Red Cell Aplasia 12/2/2005
Epogen® and Procrit® (Epoetin Alfa) - Recall 09/29/2010
Erectile Dysfunction Dietary Supplements - Dangerous Ingredients — UPDATED 03/29/2011
Erectile Dysfunction Drugs and Vision Loss 7/12/2005
Ergotamine – FDA Halts Marketing of Unapproved Products 3/5/2007
Eribulin (Halaven) and Epirubicin (Ellence, generic) Name Confusion 01/17/2012
Erlotinib (Tarceva) and New Safety Information 05/11/2009
Erlotinib (Tarceva) and Hepatic Dysfunction 09/24/2008
Ertapenem Sodium (Invanz) Recall 7/9/2007
Erythropoiesis-Stimulating Agents (Darbepoetin alfa [Aranesp], Erythropoietin alfa [Epogen, Procrit]) - Proposed Changes in Product Labeling for Kidney Disease 06/27/2011
Etravirine (Intelence™): Severe Skin and Hypersensitivity Reactions 09/03/2009
Erythropoiesis-Stimulating Agents (Darbepoetin alfa [Aranesp], Erythropoietin alfa [Epogen, Procrit]) - Proposed Changes in Product Labeling 08/07/2009
Erythropoiesis-Stimulating Agents (Darbepoetin alfa [Aranesp], Epoetin alfa [Epogen, Procrit]) - Revised Black Box Warnings - UPDATED 03/14/2008
Estradiol Transdermal Spray (Evamist): Unintended Exposure by Children and Pets 07/30/2010
Etanercept (Enbrel) Black Box Warning of Infection Risk— UPDATED 05/02/2008
Ethex Recalls Additional Products More Than 60 Drug Products-Updated 02/10/2009
Exenatide (Byetta®) - Altered Kidney Function Reported 11/03/2009
Exenatide (Byetta) and Pancreatitis— UPDATED 08/20/2008
Extenze Dietary Supplement Recall of 2 Lots - Counterfeit Lots Contain Undeclared Ingredients 02/24/2011
Ezetimibe/Simvastatin versus Simvastatin Alone (ENHANCE) - Update of Ongoing Data Review 01/12/2009
Famotidine and Lorazepam Administration Errors 9/7/2006
Fentanyl Boxed Warnings 7/12/2005
Fentanyl Buccal Tablet (Fentora®) - Inappropriate Use Causes Death/Adverse Effects— UPDATED 9/28/2007
Fentanyl 25 mcg/hr Patch from Actavis - Recall 10/22/2010
Fentanyl Transmucosal Products (Abstral, Actiq, Fentora, Lazanda, Onsolis; generics) – New Class-Wide Risk Management Program 12/30/2011
Fentanyl Transdermal System Recall (Actavis, Abrika) 03/04/2008
Fentanyl 50 mcg/hour Transdermal System Recall (Duragesic - Janssen, generic - Sandoz) 01/02/2009
Fentanyl 25 mcg/hour Transdermal System Recall (Duragesic - Janssen, generic - Sandoz) 02/19/2008
Fentanyl Transdermal Patch (Duragesic, generics) - Cautions About Safe and Appropriate Use 12/24/2007
FDA Removes Unapproved Cough, Cold, and Allergy Products from U.S. Market 03/02/2011
Fingolimod (Gilenya) and Risk of Death – Ongoing Safety Review 12/20/2011
Floranex (Lactobacillus) and Florinef (fludrocortisone) Name Confusion 1/2/2007
Flu Vaccine Update - Keep Vaccinating 02/20/2009
Fluconazole (Diflucan®): Chronic, High-Dose Therapy May be Associated with Birth Defects 08/04/2011
Fluoroquinolones Boxed Warning: Myasthenia Gravis 03/23/2011
Fluoroquinolones and Tendinitis and Tendon Rupture 07/09/2008
Flutamide Capsules due to Potential Presence of Imatinib Mesylate Capsule, Teva Recalls 01/30/2012
Fluvirin (Influenza Virus Vaccine) Recall 12/27/2010
Formoterol Fumarate (Foradil) and Tiotropium Bromide (Spiriva) Capsules, Correct Use of 03/04/2008
Formula (Infant) with Iron Recall - Abbott Similac Special Care 24 Cal/fl. oz. Ready-to-Feed Premature 5/30/2007
Fortovase/Invirase (Saquinavir) plus Ritonavir (ritonavir boosted saquinavir) interacts with rifampin - increased liver toxicity reported 2/10/2005
Fosamprenavir (Lexiva) - Increased Risk of Myocardial Infarction and Dyslipidemia 12/04/2009
Fosphenytoin Sodium Injection from Hospira- Recall 05/27/2010
Gabapentin 100 mg capsules (Neurontin) - Recall 3/22/2005
Gadolinium-Containing Contrast Agents (Omniscan®, OptiMARK®, Magnevist®, Eovist ®, Ablavar®, ProHance®, MultiHance®) and Serious Nephrogenic Fibroses - Update 9/10/2010
Galactose, Maltose, and Xylose Products May Falsely Elevate Glucose Results - Update 08/24/2011
Galantamine brand name changed to Razadyne 4/25/2005
Galantamine (Reminyl) - possible increased mortality in patients with mild cognitive impairment 4/5/2005
GammaGard Liquid Recall 06/07/2010
Gatifloxacin (Tequin) and Blood Glucose Abnormalities/Contraindicated in Diabetics 2/17/2006
Gefitinib (Iressa) - shows no survival benefit for non-small cell lung cancer/use discouraged. 6/17/2005
Gemtuzumab Market Withdrawal 06/23/2010
GenTeal Gel and GenTeal GelDrops Artificial Tears Recall (Novartis Ophthalmics) 11/23/2005
Gentlease Infant Formula Recalled 2/24/2006
Genzyme Products including alglucosidase alfa (Myozyme), algasidase beta (Fabrazyme), imiglucerase (Cerezyme), laronidase (Aldurazyme), and thyrotropin alfa (Thyrogen) - Possible Particulate Matter Contamination 11/16/2009
Goldline Brand Extra-Strength Acetaminophen 500 mg (Genapap/Genebs)/Recall of 5/5/2006
Golimumab (Simponi) Injection - Recall Due to Malfunctioning Autoinjector 02/22/2011
Gonadotropin-Releasing Hormone (GnRH) Agonists - Diabetes and Cardiovascular Risk with Goserelin (Zoladex), Histrelin (Vantas), Leuprolide (Eligard, Lupron, Viadur), Nafarelin (Synarel), and Triptorelin (Trelstar) - Update 10/21/2010
Gotu Kola (Centella asiatica) and Bladderwrack (Fucus vesiculosus) Dietary Supplement Recall – Potential Salmonella Contamination 12/23/2011
Granisetron (Kytril) 2/3/2003
Griseofulvin (Grifulvin V) Oral Suspension - Recall 4/12/2007
Guaifenesin Over-The-Counter Tablets - Recall Due to Mislabeling 12/13/2010
Guillain Barre Syndrome associated with meningococcal conjugate vaccine 10/4/2005
H1N1 Monovalent Vaccine Live 2009 (Intranasal) -Revised Expiration Dating 01/15/2010
Haloperidol - Updated Labeling Regarding Risk of Torsades de Pointes and QT Prolongation 9/19/2007
Heparin: Change in Reference Standard- New Universal Standardization in Heparin Potency 04/08/2010
Heparin Administration Errors - Use of Incorrect Concentrations 2/12/2007
Heparin Lock Flush Pre-filled Syringes and Normal Saline Pre-filled Flush Syringes Recalled by AM2 PAT, Inc. - Update 01/23/2008
Heparin -Induced Thrombocytopenia - Delayed-Onset Warning 12/12/2006
Heparin Sodium - Voluntary Recall of 7 lots of B. Braun Heparin Products 11/02/2010
Heparin - Voluntary Recall of All Baxter Heparin Vials, B. Braun Heparin Large Volume Infusion Bags, and Covidien (Kendall) Heparin Flush Prefilled Syringes - Update 06/18/2008
Hepatitis B Vaccine Products Stocked in the Pharmacy 9/6/2005
HMG-CoA-reductase inhibitors do not increase incidence of amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (AML) 09/30/2008
hormone replacement therapy update 4/16/2004
Hospira Recall - Potassium 20 mEq in 5% Dextrose/ 0.45% Sodium Chloride 12/09/2008
Hospira recall of Sodium Chloride 0.9% and Lidocaine 0.4% in Dextrose 5% 01/25/2012
Human Growth Hormone, Recombinant (somatropin) - FDA Review for Increased Risk of Death 12/23/2010
Human Papillomavirus Recombinant Quadrivalent Vaccine, Types 6, 11, 16, 18 (Gardasil®) -Safety Update 07/25/2008
Human rabies vaccine (Imovax - Aventis Pasteur) 4/6/2004
Hydralazine HCl 20mg/mL Injection - Recall 8/18/2006
Hydrocodone with Acetaminophen Tablets and Phenobarbital Tablets (Qualitest Pharmaceuticals) - Recall Due to Incorrect Labeling 02/08/2011
Hydrocodone Long-Acting Antitussives (Tussionex) - Safe Use 04/24/2008
Hydrocodone Antitussives - FDA Halts Marketing of Unapproved Products 9/28/2007
Hydromorphone 2 mg Tablet Recall by Ethex 12/24/2008
Hydromorphone Extended Release (Palladone) withdrawn for safety reasons 7/14/2005
Hydroxyurea (Droxia, Hydrea, generic) Associated Cutaneous Vasculitic Toxicities 1/26/2006
Hyland's Teething Tablets Recalled - Potential Risk of Harm to Children 10/25/2010
Hylenex Injection from Baxter Healthcare - Recall 05/27/2010
Hyperactivity Medications: Patient Medication Guide Required due to Cardiovascular and Psychiatric Adverse Effects 2/23/2007
Ibritumomab tiuxetan (Zevalin) and Rituximab (Rituxan) - Potentially-fatal Skin and Mucus Membrane Reactions 11/3/2005
Ibuprofen and Aspirin Drug Interaction 9/14/2006
Ibuprofen topical OTC formulations marketed unlawfully - Warning letters issued by the FDA 08/26/2009
Icy Hot Heat Therapy Products - Recall 02/12/2008
Imatinib Mesylate (Gleevec®) - Cardiac Events 10/19/2006
Immune Globulin (GamaSTAN S/D™) - Uncalibrated Syringes 03/06/2008
Immunosuppressant Drugs - Labeling Changes Warning of Increased Risk of Opportunistic Infections 07/15/2009
Indomethacin for Injection by Bedford - Voluntary Recall of a Single Lot 06/16/2011
Infant Acetaminophen Concentration Available, New – Use Caution to Avoid Dosing Errors 12/23/2011
Infants' Mylicon Gas Relief Dye Free Drops Recall 11/13/2008
Infant Formula by Gentlease Recalled 2/24/2006
Infliximab (Remicade) associated with hepatotoxicity 12/22/2004
Infliximab (Remicade) new hematologic side effects warnings 8/25/2004
Influenza Virus Vaccine (Afluria®) - Risk of Febrile Events 08/02/2010
Inhaled Insulin (Exubera) and Lung Cancer 04/10/2008
Insulin Pens and Cartridges - Risk of Blood-Borne Disease Transmission with Shared Use 03/20/2009
Insulin Syringe (ReliOn) Recall 11/07/2008
Interferon Gamma-1b (Actimmune) - Early Termination of Trial for Idiopathic Pulmonary Fibrosis 3/9/2007
(IGIV) Intravenous Immune Globulin 5/20/2002
Ipilimumab (Yervoy) and Serious Immune Mediated Adverse Reactions 04/07/2011
Insulin Detemir (Levemir) - Stolen Vials Resurface, Product Potentially Defective 08/26/2009
Insulin Glargine (Lantus) - Risk of Cancer 07/01/2009
Insulin Products/Eli Lilly Discontinuing Humulin U Ultralente/Humulin L Lente/Regular Iletin II/and NPH Iletin II 7/7/2005
Interferon Alfa-2b (Intron A) Injection Pens - Recall of Several Lots by Schering-Plough 11/11/2009
Interferon beta-1b (Betaseron) 5/cause hepatotoxicity 4/25/2005
Interferon beta-1a (Avonex) - Reports of serious hepatic injury 3/17/2005
Intravenous Ciprofloxacin, Metronidazole, and Ondansetron Injection Made by Claris Lifesciences - Recall 06/01/2010
Iopromide 370 mg/mL Injection (Ultravist) Recall 7/25/2006
Irinotecan Hydrochloride Injection - Recall Due to Fungal Contamination 03/28/2011
Iron dextran injection (Dexferrum) - Black Box Warning for Potentially Fatal Anaphylactic Reaction 10/20/2009
Isotretinoin (Accutane, generic) - New Informational FDA web site 3/29/2007
Kaopectate - Reformulation 8/2 /2005
Ketamine HCl (Ketalar) 10mg/mL Injection - Recall 12/14/2006
Ketorolac Tromethamine Injection - Voluntary Recall 10/22/2009
KV Pharmaceutical Tablet Shipment Suspension 12/24/2008
Lamictal (Lamotrigine) and Lamisil (Terbinafine) Name Confusion 8/7/2006
Lamisil (Terbinafine) and Lamictal (Lamotrigine) Name Confusion 8/7/2006
Lamivudine/Zidovudine (Combivir) and Abacavir Sulfate (Ziagen) - Third Party Tampering 4/12/2007
Lamivudine/Abacavir and Tenofovir7/31/2003
Lamotrigine (Lamictal) and Aseptic Meningitis 08/13/2010
Lamotrigine (Lamictal) During Pregnancy 5/Increase Risk of Cleft Lip or Cleft Palate 10/3/2006
Lansoprazole Delayed-Release Orally Disintegrating Tablets from Teva - Withdrawn for Clogging Oral Syringes and Feeding Tubes 04/15/2011
Lantus (insulin glargine [rDNA origin] injection recall Lot 40D024/Lot 40D025/Lot 40D027) 8/19/2004
Leflunomide (Arava) and Risk of Severe Liver Injury 07/14/2010
Lenalidomide (Revlimid): Ongoing Safety Review for Increased Malignancy Risk 04/11/2011
Levoxyl (levothyroxine) 10/6/2004
Linezolid (Zyvox®) - Increased Mortality Following Treatment of Intravascular Catheter-Related Infections 3/19/2007
Linezolid (Zyvox) - Intravenous injection transitioning to Freeflex® IV bag 02/22/2011
Liposyn II and Liposyn III (Hospira) - Recall of Additional Lots Due to Presence of Particulate Matter - UPDATE 06/11/2010
Liraglutide [rDNA origin] (Victoza)- Risk of Acute Pancreatitis and Thyroid C-cell Tumors 06/14/2011
Live Oral Pentavalent Rotavirus Vaccine (RotaTeq) - Post-Marketing Reports of Intussusception 2/20/2007
Live Oral Pentavalent Rotavirus Vaccine (RotaTeq) - Reports of Kawasaki Disease 6/19/2007
Long-Acting Beta-2 agonists (Formoterol [Foradil Aerolizer], Formoterol/Fluticasone [Symbicort], Salmeterol [Serevent Diskus], Salmeterol/Fluticasone [Advair Diskus, Advair HFA]) - New Requirements for Use in Asthma 02/23/2010
Long-Acting Beta 2-Agonists Can Increase Severe Asthma Episodes11/18/2005
Lopinavir/Ritonavir (Kaletra) Oral Solution - Warning Added to Label: Risk of Serious Adverse Events in Premature Babies 03/09/2011
Lopinavir/Ritonavir Oral Solution (Kaletra) - Potential Risk of Overdose in Children 8/15/2007
Lorazepam and Famotidine Administration Errors 9/7/2006
Maalox Brand Products and Potential for Medication Errors 02/18/2010
Magnesium Sulfate and Potassium Phosphate - Potential for Error 08/06/2009
MBI Ordered to Cease Manufacturing and Distributing Products 12/2/2005
McNeil Consumer Healthcare Recall of OTC Products Due to Possible Chemical Contamination - Updated 10/20/2010
Measles, Mumps, Rubella, and Varicella Vaccine (ProQuad) - Ongoing Safety Review 03/04/2008
Medicaid Tamper-Resistant Requirement - Delayed 6 Months 9/28/2007
Medroxyprogesterone acetate injection (Depo-Provera® Contraceptive Injection) associated with bone mineral density loss 11/22/2004
medroxyprogesterone acetate & estradiol cypionate injectable suspension (Lunelle™) 10/14/2002
mefloquine (Lariam®) 10/04/2002
meningococcal conjugate vaccine/Guillain Barre Syndrome associated with 10/24/2006
meningococcal polysaccharide vaccine 12/15/2005
METABOSLIM Dietary Supplement Contains Undeclared Sibutramine 8/22/2007
Methadone Hydrochloride (Dolophine, generics) - Cardiac and Respiratory Deaths 11/28/2006
Methotrexate Injection – New Safety Labeling Changes 12/28/2011
Methotrexate Injection Recalled - Potential Glass Particulates In Vials 11/01/2010
Methotrexate Injection From Bedford Recalled Due to Ethylene Glycol Content 10/28/2002
Methylene blue and Psychiatric Medication interactions - Update 10/21/2011
Methylphenidate Transdermal System (Daytrana™) Recall 9/7/2007
Methylphenidate hydrochloride 2.5 mg/5 mg/and 10 mg Chewable Tablets (Methylin CT) – Recall Update 2/10/2005
Metoclopramide (Reglan, generic) - Black Box Warning for Tardive Dyskinesia 02/27/2009
Metronidazole 250 mg Tablets by Teva - One Lot Recalled Due to Underweight Tablets 01/07/2011
Metronidazole Injection from Sagent Pharmaceuticals - Recall 05/18/2010
Micro-bubble Perflutren Contrast Agents (Definity and Optison) Associated with Deaths and Serious Cardiopulmonary Reactions - Update 07/17/2008
Midazolam Hydrochloride and Furosemide - Potential for Error 08/10/2009
Midodrine (ProAmatine, generic) Proposed Market Withdrawal - Update 09/10/2010
Mifepristone (Mifeprex/RU-486) associated with serious infection and bleeding - UPDATE 3/20/2005
Minocycline (Solodyn) - Two lots recalled due to product mix-up 05/21/2008
Miracle Mineral Solution (MMS) - Produces Harmful Chlorine Dioxide when Mixed as Directed with Citrus Juice 08/02/2010
Mislabeled Internet Medications - Dangerous Ingredients 2/21/2007
Mitoxantrone (Novantrone) - Cardiac Monitoring 07/30/2008
Mitoxantrone (Novantrone) - Cardiotoxicity and Secondary Acute Myelogenous Leukemia (AML) in Patients with Multiple Sclerosis 5/25/2005
Modafanil (Provigil) - Rash and Psychiatric Warnings 10/25/2007
Mommy's Bliss Nipple Cream - Harmful Ingredients for Nursing Babies 05/30/2008
Montelukast (Singulair) and Risk of Behavior Changes, Mood Changes, or Suicidality - Ongoing Safety Review 06/12/2009
Morphine Extended Release (Avinza) - Alcohol 5/cause dose-dumping 11/4/2005
Morphine Sulfate/Naltrexone HCl (Embeda®) - Voluntary Recall Due to Stability Concerns 03/18/2011
Morphine Sulfate Oral Solution - Reports of Accidental Overdose Due to Medication Use Error 01/12/2011
Morphine sulfate oral solutions 10/10/2003
Motrin® IB (Ibuprofen) Caplets and Tablets - Recall Due To Dissolution Problems 12/23/2011
Motrin/Children's chewable 5/14/2004
Multi-Mex Dietary Supplements - Recall Due To Misleading Names and Packaging 05/12/2011
Mycophenolate Mofetil (CellCept®) associated with Pure Red Cell Aplasia (PRCA) 08/17/2009
Mycophenolate products (Cellcept - mycophenolate mofetil, Myfortic - mycophenolic acid) - Medication Guide Now Required 03/24/2009
Mycophenolate Mofetil (Cellcept) and Mycophenolic Acid (Myfortic) and Birth Defect Risk 05/16/2008
Mycophenolate Mofetil (CellCept) and Mycophenolate Acid (Myfortic) and risk of Progressive Multifocal Leukoencephalopathy – Ongoing Safety Review 06/30/2008
Mycophenolate Products (Cellcept, Myfortic) - Pregnancy Risk Category Updated 11/27/2007
Mycophenolate Mofetil (Cellcept) Plus Sirolimus (Rapamune) - Increased Acute Rejection In Cardiac Transplant Patients 2/26/2007
Mycophenolic Acid (Myfortic®) - warning for risk of Pure Red Cell Aplasia (PRCA) 09/09/2009
Myozyme (Alglucosidase Alfa) - Formation of Black Particles During Reconstitution 4/12/2007
Nalbuphine (Nubain) - Use During Labor and Delivery 1/10/2006
Naltrexone Extended-Release Injectable Suspension (Vivitrol) - Injection Site Reactions and New Medication Guide Requirement UPDATE 05/05/2010
Naproxen (Aleve/Anaprox/Naprelan/Naprosyn) cardiovascular risk 12/21/2004
Natalizumab (Tysabri) Monotherapy and Progressive Multifocal Leukoencephalopathy 01/23/2012
Natalizumab (Tysabri) - Reports of Liver Injury after Natalizumab Use 02/29/2008
Natalizumab (Tysabri) - Resumed Marketing With a Special Restricted Distribution Program 3/1/2005
National Provider Identifier (NPI) - Personal Information Alert — UPDATED 8/27/2007
Nature Relief Instant Wart and Mole Remover - Recall Due to Risk of Serious Skin Burns 06/29/2011
NC Solution, and other Products by General Therapeutics Corp. Seized 11/2/2007
Nefazodone 50 mg/100 mg/150 mg/200 mg/and 250 mg Tablets Recall (Ivax Pharmaceuticals) 3/31/2005
Nelfinavir Mesylate (Viracept) - New Impurity Specifications 9/14/2007
NeoProfen (ibuprofen lysine) injection (Lundbeck) - Recall of Two Lots Due to Presence of Particulate Matter 08/03/2010
Nesiritide appropriate use/new guidelines for 7/20/2005
Nesiritide 5/adversely effect short-term survival and kidney function in patients with decompensated heart failure 5/20/2005
Neuraminidase Inhibitors, Oseltamivir Phosphate (Tamiflu) and Zanamivir (Relenza), Associated with Neuropsychiatric Events 04/03/2008
Nevirapine (Viramune®) - Risk factors for liver toxicity 1/20/2005
Nifedipine (Nifediac™ CC) Extended Release Tablets- Recall 07/09/2008
Nimodipine capsules warning: Do not give parenterally - Update 8/2/2010
NSAIDs and COX-2 Selective Inhibitors - Patient Medication Guide Requirement 6/16/2005
Non-Acetone Nail Polish Remover (Personal Care Products) - Recall, Potential for Chemical Burns) 4/29/2009
Norelgestromin/ethinyl estradiol patch (Ortho Evra) May Increase Blood Clot Risk 9/21/2006
norethindrone and ethinyl estradiol tablets (Nortrel) 7/1/2003
Norgestrel / Ethinyl Estradiol Tablets (Lo/Ovral®-28, generic) Recall – Potential for Wrong Tablet Count or Sequence 02/01/2012
Normal Saline Flush Recall (B. Braun) 9/19/2007
Novartis Recall of Several Over-the-Counter Medications 01/10/2012
NovoLog Mix 70/30 (70% insulin aspart protamine suspension and 30% insulin aspart injection/[rDNA origin]) NovoLog (insulin aspart [rDNA origin] injection) - Change in Packaging to Help Prevent Dispensing Errors 9/16/2005
NuCel Labs “Eye Drops” and “Eye/Ear Wash” Recalled 02/01/2008
Nzu Dietary Supplements for Morning Sickness Contain Arsenic and Lead 01/04/2010
Octagam (Immune Globulin Intravenous 5% Liquid) Market Withdrawal - Update 09/24/2010
Olanzapine (Zyprexa, Zyprexa Zydis) - Use with Caution in Adolescents 02/01/2010
olanzapine/Name confusion with 2/10/2005
Olmesartan (Benicar®) and Increased Cardiovascular Events Ongoing Safety Review 06/14/2010
Omega-3-acid Ethyl Esters Brand Name Changed from Omacor to Lovaza 8/16/2007
Omacor (omega-3-acid ethyl esters) and Amicar (aminocaproic acid) Dispensing Errors 3/2/2006
Omalizumab (Xolair®) - Ongoing Safety Review Update 07/16/2009
Omalizumab (Xolair) - Reports of Delayed Anaphylaxis 7/3/2007
Omeprazole (Prilosec/Zegerid/generic) and Esomeprazole (Nexium) - Possible Association with Cardiac Events 12/12/2007
Ondansetron (Zofran) and Abnormal Heart Rhythms 09/15/2011
OneTouch® Blood Glucose Test Strips - Counterfeit Alert 10/17/2006
OneTouch® Test Strips 1/30/2003
Ondansetron (Zofran) 2/3/2003
Opiate and Opiate-Containing Mix-ups with Endo Medications 01/09/2012
Oral Bisphosphonates and Hip Fracture - Alendronate (Fosamax), Ibandronate (Boniva), Risedronate (Actonel), Zoledronic Acid (Reclast) - UPDATE 10/14/2010
Oral Colchicine (Colcrys) - Severe Drug Interactions with Strong CYP3A4 and P-glycoprotein Inhibitors 08/03/2009
Oral Osteoporosis Drugs (Bisphosphonates): Drug Safety Communication - Potential Increased Risk of Esophageal Cancer 07/22/2011
Orlaam® (levomethadyl hydrochloride acetate) 9/10/2003
Orlistat (Alli) -- Counterfeit Capsules 01/26/2010
Orlistat (Xenical and Alli) and Severe Liver Injury - UPDATE 05/26/2010
Orlistat (Xenical) - FDA Warning about Counterfeit Medications on the Internet 5/3/2007
Ortho Evra® (norelgestromin/ethinyl estradiol) Labeling Update 01/23/2008
Ortho Evra: higher estrogen exposure than oral contraceptives 11/15/2005
Oseltamivir (Tamiflu®) Oral Suspension- Labeling Change to Reflect New Concentration (6 mg/mL) 07/13/2011
Oseltamavir (Tamiflu) Counterfeit Products Sold on Internet 06/18/2010
Oseltamivir (Tamiflu) Oral Suspension-Potential for Dosing Errors 09/29/2009
Over-The-Counter Infants' and Children's Products - Voluntary Recall by McNeil Consumer Healthcare 05/03/2010
Over-The-Counter Camolyn Eye Drops And Fisiolin Nasal Drops - Recall For Possible Sterility Problems 04/08/2010
Oxcarbazepine (Trileptal) 5/cause serious skin and multiorgan hypersensitivity reactions 4/25/2005
Oxycodone 10 mg / Acetaminophen 325 mg Tablets (Endocet 10 mg / 325 mg) from Endo Recalled - Bottles May Contain Different Tablet Strengths 06/27/2011
Oxycodone Extended-Release Tablets From Endo, Dava, and Watson - Discontinued 7/5/2007
OxyContin (oxycodone extended-release) manufacturer pleads guilty to misbranding and misrepresenting product 5/11/2007
Oxymetazoline (Nostrilla®) Nasal Decongestant - Recall Due to Possible Bacterial Contamination 10/24/2011
Pai You Guo Dietary Supplement Contains Undeclared Sibutramine and Phenolphthalein 11/13/2009
Paliperidone palmitate (Invega Sustenna) - Recall Due to Cracks in Syringes 02/17/2011
Pamidronate and Zoledronic acid - reports of jaw osteonecrosis 5/20/2005
Pancreatic Enzyme Products - New Products and Changes in Product Availability
Information for University of Utah Healthcare Employees
Information for the Public
06/16/2010
Pantoprazole (Protonix) I.V. glass vial breakage 9/27/2004
Paroxetine (Paxil®/Paxil CR®) Labeling Changes - Suicidality in Adults 10/08/2009
Patient Medication Guide Requirement - NSAIDs and COX-2 Selective Inhibitors 6/16/2005
Paxil and Paxil CR - updated Pregnancy Precautions 12/8/2005
PediaCare Children's Products from Blacksmith Brands - Recall 06/01/2010
Pediatric Injectable Drugs, 8th Edition (The Teddy Bear Book), Correction Notice - Typographical Errors in 08/17/2009
Pegaptanib Sodium Injection (Macugen): Labeling Changes Due to Reports of Anaphylaxis and Angioedema 4/7/2006
Pemoline Products Withdrawn from Market due to Risk of Liver Toxicity 10/28/2005
Penicillin G benzathine/Penicillin G procaine (Bicillin C-R) and Penicilln G benzathine (Bicillin L-A) - Inappropriate Use for Syphilis 12/1/2004
Pentrexyl Forte Natural Supplements - Recall Due To Misleading Packaging 05/24/2011
Peramivir Injection - Emergency Use Authorization for H1N1 Influenza 12/01/2009
pergolide mesylate (Permax) 2/25/2003
Pergolide Products Withdrawn From Market Due to Heart Valve Damage 3/30/2007
Perrigo Infant Drops containing Acetaminophen/Dextromethorphan/or Pseudoephedrine - Recall of 8/4/2005
PharmaFab to Stop Manufacturing Unapproved Drugs 4/27/2007
Phenytoin and Fosphenytoin - Skin Reactions More Common in Patients with the Human Leukocyte Antigen Allele, HLA*B 1502. 11/25/2008
Phosphocol P 32 - Increased Risk of Leukemia and Radiation Injury 09/18/2008
Pioglitazone (Actos): Ongoing Safety Review for Increased Risk of Bladder Cancer 09/20/2010
Pioglitazone (Actos) and Rosiglitazone (Avandia) - Stronger Warnings about Heart Failure 8/15/2007
Pioglitazone (Actos/Actoplus Met/Duetact) and Rosiglitazone (Avandia/Avandamet/Avandaryl) Increased Fracture Risk - Update 3/9/2007
Pimecrolimus (Elidel) and Tacrolimus (Protopic)/Potential Cancer Risk With Topical 1/24/2006
Potassium Iodide - Recommendations for Use After Radiation Exposure 03/16/2011
Potassium Phosphates Injection - Recall Due to Particulates, Filter Non-Recalled Lots - Update 04/22/2011
Povidone Iodine Prep Pads - Recall Due to Possible Microbial Contamination 03/22/2011
Pre-filled Glass Syringes - Compatibility Problems with Needless Intravenous Access Systems - UPDATE 05/06/2011
Premarin/Prempro/and Premphase 2/16/2006
Prevnar (Pneumococcal 7-valent Conjugate) Vaccine Recall 7/20/2009
Promethazine Hydrochloride Injection - Black Box Warning for Severe Tissue Injury 09/17/2009
Promethazine (Phenergan) injection classified as vesicant 4/25/2005
Promethazine and Fatal Respiratory Depression In Children Under Age 2 - Use Contraindicated 2/18/2005
Propafenone HCL 225 mg tablet recall by Watson 03/25/2009
Propofol (Hospira) - Recall of Additional Lots Due to Presence of Particulate Matter - UPDATE 06/11/2010
Propofol (Teva) - Recall of Two Lots Due to Presence of Endotoxin - UPDATE 07/17/2009
Propofol (Diprivan/generics) - Adverse Events Resembling Bacterial Sepsis 6/19/2007
Propoxyphene Products (Darvon, Darvocet) - Withdrawn From the Market 11/19/2010
Propylthiouracil (PTU) - Risk of Hepatotoxicity 04/26/2010
Proton Pump Inhibitors-Risk for Low Magnesium Levels with Prolonged Use 03/02/2011
Proton Pump Inhibitors (PPI) and Risk of Fracture: Class Labeling Change 05/26/2010
Povidone Iodine Products - Recall Due to Inadequate Microbial Testing 08/29/2011
Qualitest Pharmaceuticals Oral Contraceptives - Recall Due to Packaging Error 09/19/2011
Que She Dietary Supplement Contains Undeclared Sibutramine, Fenfluramine, Propranolol, and Ephedrine 07/09/2010
Quinine (Qualaquin) and Serious Hematologic Reactions 07/09/2010
Quinine Sulfate - FDA Orders Halt of the Sale of Unapproved Products 12/13/2006
Rabies Immune Globulin (HyperRAB S/D) - Uncalibrated Syringes 02/25/2008
Ranibizumab (Lucentis®) 0.5 mg Increases Stroke Risk - UPDATED 2/1/2007
Razadyne - brand name changed from Galantamine 4/25/2005
Recombinant Factor VIIa (NovoSeven) - Increased Risk of Arterial Thromboembolic Events 12/2/2005
Red Yeast Rice Supplements 5/Contain Lovastatin 8/15/2007
Remifentanil Hydrochloride (Ultiva) - Typographical Error in the Handbook on Injectable Drugs 11/06/2009
Rho(D) Immune Globulin Intravenous (Human) (WinRho SDF) Black Box Warning of Intravascular Hemolysis 03/11/2010
Rho(D) Immune Globulin Intravenous (WinRho) - Hematologic Safety Reports 10/08/2009
Rimantadine (Flumadine, generic) and Amantadine (Symmetrel, generic) - High Levels of Resistance By Influenza A H3N2 Viruses 1/19/2006
Risperidone and Risperdal® - Recall Due To Unusual Odor 06/21/2011
risperidone (Risperdal® - Janssen Pharmaceutical/Inc.) 04/01/2003
Risperidone (Risperdal) and Ropinirole (Requip) - Medication Errors Due to Name Confusion 06/16/2011
Rituximab (Rituxan®) and Progressive Multifocal Leukoencephalopathy (PML) 10/26/2009
Rituximab (Rituxan®) and Progressive Multifocal Leukoencephalopathy (PML) 10/26/2009
Rituximab (Rituxan) and Ibritumomab tiuxetan (Zevalin) - Potentially-fatal Skin and Mucus Membrane Reactions 11/3/2005
Rituximab and Hepatitis 10/11/2004
Rofecoxib (Vioxx®) withdrawn due to cardiovascular risk 9/30/2004
Rolaids Extra Strength Softchews, Rolaids Extra Strength Plus Gas Softchews, and Rolaids Multi-Symptom plus Anti-Gas Softchews Recalled - Foreign Materials in Product 12/14/2010
Romiplastim and Eltrombopag Risk Evaluation and Mitigation Strategy (REMS) Program 12/09/2011
Rosiglitazone (Avandia) and Pioglitazone (Actos) - Stronger Warnings about Heart Failure 8/15/2007
Rosiglitazone (Avandia) - Association with Ischemic Cardiovascular Events 02/04/2011
Rosiglitazone (Avandia/Avandamet/Avandaryl) 5/increase risk of fractures 2/23/2007
Rosiglitazone (Avandia, Avandamet, Avandaryl) - New Onset or Worsening Macular Edema 1/12/2006
Rosuvastatin (Crestor) - Myopathy and Rhabdomyolysis in Asian-Americans at 40 mg Dose 3/3/2005
Rotarix (Rotavirus Vacine, Live, Oral) - FDA Recommends Resuming Use 05/18/2010
Salagen (pilocarpine) and Selegiline (Eldepryl) Name Confusion 03/03/2006
Salivart Oral Moisturizer Recall 3/7/2007
Sanofi-Aventis Medications Stolen - Verify Drug Pedigrees 07/27/2009
Sanofi Pasteur Pediatric H1N1 Vaccine in Pre-filled Syringes - Non-Safety-Related Voluntary Recall 12/24/2009
Saquinavir (Invirase) and Ritonavir (Norvir): Potential Risk of Cardiac Arrhythmias - Update 02/25/2010
Saquinavir (Fortovase/Invirase) plus Ritonavir (ritonavir boosted saquinavir) interacts with rifampin - increased liver toxicity reported 2/10/2005
Sargramostim (Leukine) Liquid Formulation Withdrawn from Market; Special Access Program for Powder Formulation 03/25/2008
Schedule II Controlled Substances - Changes a Pharmacist May Make to Written Prescriptions - Utah Law Update 05/24/2010
Sedative-Hypnotic Labeling Revisions 3/15/2007
Selective Serotonin Reuptake Inhibitor (SSRI) Use During Pregnancy and the Risk of Persistent Pulmonary Hypertension of the Newborn (PPHN) – Update 01/06/2012
Selegiline (Eldepryl) and Salagen (pilocarpine) Name Confusion 03/03/2006
Seroquel (quetiapine) 25 mg tablet recall Lot 3446J 5/5/2004
Serotonin Syndrome With Triptans Plus SSRIs or SNRIs 7/20/2006
Sibutramine Hydrochloride (Meridia) Withdrawn from Market Due to Increased Risk of Cardiovascular Events 10/11/2010
Similac (Abbott) Powder Infant Formulas - Recall - UPDATE 09/27/2010
Simvastatin Products (Zocor, Vytorin, Simcor) and Muscle Injury: New Labeling Changes - Update 12/16/2011
Simvastatin/Ezetimibe (Vytorin) and Ezetimibe (Zetia) and Increased Risk for Cancer - Update of Safety Review 12/24/2009
Simvastatin products (Zocor, Zetia, Simcor, generic) and Amiodarone (Cordarone, Pacerone, generic) - Potentially Serious Interaction 08/11/2008
SimplyThick® - Necrotizing Enterocolitis in Premature Infants 05/24/2011
Sirolimus (Rapamune®) - Effect of Different Assays on Therapeutic Drug Monitoring 01/13/2010
Sirolimus (Rapamune®) - Safety in Liver Transplant Patients 06/15/2009
Sitagliptin (Januvia) and sitagliptin/metformin (Janumet) - Reports of Acute Pancreatitis 09/29/2009
Sodium Bicarbonate Injection - Recall Due to Particulates 12/29/2010
Sodium Chromate Cr-51 Injection Recall 07/13/2009
Sodium Phosphate (Oral) Products for Bowel Cleansing - Renal Adverse Effects 12/12/2008
Sodium Polystyrene Sulfonate - Recall Due to Contamination with Yeast 07/17/2008
Sodium Thiosulfate Injection - Recall Due to Particulates 02/07/2011
Soladek Vitamin Solution May Contain Toxic Amounts of Vitamins A and D 03/29/2011
SSRI Treatment During Pregnancy 7/20/2006
STARCAPS Diet System Capsules May Contain Bumetanide 12/01/2008
STDs: Unapproved and Misbranded Drugs for Prevention and Treatment of Marketed over the Internet 03/07/2008
Stealth Powdered Dietary Supplements - Recall due to possible Salmonella 07/10/2009
Sterile Lubricating Jelly - Recall Due to Potentially Unsterile Product 02/17/2011
Steroid Products Sold Illegally as Dietary Supplements 3/14/2006
Stimulant Medications for Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder – Cardiovascular Safety Review in Adults 12/14/2011
Stimulant Medications for Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder – Safety Review in Children and Young Adults – Update 01/06/2012
SureStep® Test Strips 1/30/2003
Tacrolimus (Protopic) and Pimecrolimus (Elidel)/Potential Cancer Risk With Topical 1/24/2006
Tamsulosin (Flomax) Associated with Intraoperative Floppy Iris Syndrome 11/23/2005
Tegaserod Maleate (Zelnorm®) 4/28/2004
Tegaserod (Zelnorm) - Discontinued, No Longer Available Through Treatment Investigational New Drug Protocol- UPDATE 4/03/2008
Telithromycin (Ketek) Updated Warnings - updated 3/27/2007
Terbutaline Injection and Tablets- New Contraindication for Prolonged Treatment of Preterm Labor 02/22/2011
Testosterone Gel Products and Inadvertent Exposure in Children 05/08/2009
Tiagabine (Gabitril) can cause seizures in patients without epilepsy2/23/2005
Tigecycline (Tygacil) and Increased Mortality Risk 09/02/2010
Tigecycline (Tygacil®) Reformulation 8/8/2007
Tinzaparin - Increased Risk of Mortality - Ongoing Safety Analysis 12/31/2008
Tiotropium (Spiriva) and Risk of Stroke - Ongoing Safety Review 10/08/2008
Tiotropium Bromide (Spiriva) and Formoterol Fumarate (Foradil) Capsules, Correct Use of 03/04/2008
Tipranavir (Aptivus) Associated With Intracranial Hemorrhage 7/6/2006
Tizanidine (Zanaflex) - Contraindicated with Fluvoxamine or Ciprofloxacin 4/12/2007
Topical Anesthetic Agents for Medical and Cosmetic Procedures - Potentially Fatal Adverse Effects UPDATED 01/20/2009
Topical Hair Regrowth Products from Perfect Images Solutions - Recalled Due to Presence of Unapproved Drugs 01/23/2012
Topiramate (Topamax) 100 mg tablets - Recall Due to Musty Odor 04/15/2011
Topiramate (Topamax) - Use During Pregnancy May Increase Risk of Cleft Lip or Cleft Palate 03/07/2011
Toprol-XL (metoprolol succinate) extended release tablets name confusion 9/28/2005
“Total Body Formula” and “Total Body Mega Formula”- High Selenium Concentrations UPDATED 04/10/2008
Tramadol (Ultram, Ultracet) - Label Updates 05/25/2010
Tramadol injection - Typographical Error in the Handbook on Injectable Drugs 01/05/2009
Transdermal Patches with Metallic Backings - Risk of Burns if Worn During Magnetic Resonance Imaging Scans 12/20/2010
Trastuzumab (Herceptin) and Bacteriostatic Water for Injection Diluent Vials - Potential Vial Damage 07/11/2008
Trastuzumab (Herceptin) Increases Risk of Cardiotoxicity 9/6/2005
Trazodone interactions with CYP3A4 inhibitors & carbamazepine 5/12/2004
Triaminic Vapor Patch Voluntary Recall 8/2/2006
Trilipix® (Fenofibric Acid) - Labeling Changes Due to Inability to Lower Risk of Cardiovascular Events in the ACCORD Trial 11/10/2011
Trimethobenzamide Suppositories - Discontinued Due to Lack of Efficacy 4/9/2007
Tumor Necrosis Factor-alpha Blockers - Boxed Warnings Updated with Information on Legionella and Listeria Infection Risk 09/08/2011
Tumor Necrosis Factor (TNF) Blocking Agents (adalimumab [Humira], certolizumab pegol [Cimzia], etanercept [Enbrel], golimimumab [Simponi], infliximab [Remicade])-Risk of Delayed Diagnosis of Opportunistic Infections 06/30/2008
Tumor Necrosis Factor (TNF) α Blocking Agents - Increased Risk of Lymphoma and Other Malignancies 10/15/2004
Tylenol® Extra Strength Caplets - Recall Due To Unusual Odor 07/01/2011
Ultane (sevoflurane) 11/21/2003
Ultram ER Voluntary Recall 01/14/2009
Utah Medicaid Preferred Drug List Update 05/19/2009
Vagifresh Ball, Vagifresh Gel, and Female One - Products Recalled 01/23/2012
Valdecoxib withdrawn/labeling changes for all NSAIDs/Adverse Effects of NSAIDs 4/7/2005
Valdecoxib (Bextra®) cardiovascular risk and severe skin reactions 12/14/2004
Valdecoxib (Bextra) 11/13/2002
Valganciclovir (Valcyte) - New Pediatric Dosing Recommendations 09/16/2010
Valproate Products and Risk of Impaired Cognitive Development in Children Due to Prenatal Exposure 07/01/2011
Valproic Acid Derivatives (valproate sodium [Depacon], valproic acid [Depakene, Stavzor], divalproex sodium [Depakote, Depakote CP, Depakote ER]) and Birth Defect Risk 12/03/2009
Varenicline (Chantix®) Safety Alert - Labeling Changes - UPDATE 07/26/2011
Vapor Patch Voluntary Recall - Triaminic Vapor Patch and WellPatch Cough & Cold Soothing Vapor Pads 8/2/2006
Varenicline (Chantix) - Neuropsychiatric Events and Suicidality Warnings added to the Prescribing Information - Update 07/01/2009
Vasopressin Injection USP, Multiple Dose Vials - Voluntary Recall Due to Potential for Reduced Potency 08/04/2011
Vasopressin injection - Typographical Error in the Handbook on Injectable Drugs 12/08/2010
Venlafaxine (Effexor®/Effexor XR®) - Overdose Risk 10/30/2006
Venom Hyperdrive dietary supplement contains undeclared sibutramine 01/28/2009
Vecuronium Bromide for Injection Recall by Hospira 02/09/2009
Vicks Sinex Nasal Spray - Recall of Specific Lots by Procter & Gamble 11/20/2009
Viramune (nevirapine)2/2/2004
Vita Breath Dietary Supplement - May Contain Hazardous Lead Concentrations 05/03/2010
Vitamin D Supplements - Dosing Errors in Infants 06/16/2010
Warfarin 5 mg tablets - Voluntary Recall of a Single Lot of Coumadin 5 mg Tablets 05/05/2011
Warfarin (Coumadin) 1 mg Tablets in Blister Packs - Recall 7/14/2010
Warfarin - Pharmacogenomic Labeling Changes 8/20/2007
Warfarin Sodium (Coumadin®) - Patient Medication Guide and Black Box Warning 10/11/2006
Warfarin Sodium (Jantoven) 3 mg Tablets - Upsher-Smith Recall Expanded to Include Amantadine, Amlodipine, Baclofen, Bethanecol, Fluoxymesterone (Androxy), Oxybutynin, and Warfarin - Update 02/24/2011
Weight Loss Products Containing Undeclared Active Ingredients 12/27/2010
WellPatch Cough & Cold Soothing Vapor Pads Voluntary Recall 8/2/2006
Xenical (orlistat) - FDA Warning about Counterfeit Medications on the Internet 5/3/2007
Xigris 5/increase mortality in single organ dysfunction patients 3/18/2005
Zanaflex (Tizanidine) - Contraindicated with Fluvoxamine or Ciprofloxacin 4/12/2007
Zanamivir (Relenza) - Potentially Fatal if Nebulized 10/9/09
Zenapax (daclizumab) 8/28/2003
Zhen De Shou Dietary Supplement Contains Undeclared Sibutramine 12/01/2008
Ziagen (Abacavir Sulfate) and Combivir (Lamivudine/Zidovudine) - Third Party Tampering 4/12/2007
Zicam Cold Remedy Nasal Products Associated with Loss of Sense of Smell 06/16/2009
Ziprasidone and fluoroquinolones. 12/2003
Zoledronic Acid Contraindicated in Patients with Renal Dysfunction 09/02/2011
Zonisamide (Zonegran® and Generics) - Risk of Metabolic Acidosis 02/23/2009
Zyprexa/Name confusion with 2/10/2005
Zyrtec/Name confusion with 2/10/2005
Zyvox (linezolid) and Psychiatric Medications Interaction - UPDATE 10/21/2011