The U.S. Food and Drug Administration today approved Kyprolis (carfilzomib) to treat patients with multiple myeloma who have received at least two prior therapies, including treatment with Velcade (bortezomib) and an immunomodulatory therapy.
Gills Onions Voluntarily Recalls Diced and Slivered Red and Yellow Onions, and Diced Onion and Celery Mix Because of Possible Health Risk
Gills Onions, LLC of Oxnard, CA is initiating a voluntary recall of a single day’s production of diced and slivered red and yellow onions and diced celery and onion mix because they may be contaminated by Listeria monocytogenes. No illnesses have been reported in connection with this recall, and no other Gills Onions products are affected by this recall.
CareFusion Provides Update On Voluntary Recall Of EnVe Ventilator
CareFusion issued the following update regarding its previously announced voluntary recall of EnVe ventilators. The FDA has classified this action as a Class 1 recall.
FDA approves weight-management drug Qsymia
The U.S. Food and Drug Administration today approved Qsymia (phentermine and topiramate extended-release) as an addition to a reduced-calorie diet and exercise for chronic weight management.
FDA approves new colon-cleansing drug for colonoscopy prep
The U.S. Food and Drug Administration today approved Prepopik (sodium picosulfate, magnesium oxide and citric acid) to help cleanse the colon in adults preparing for colonoscopy.
FDA approves first drug for reducing the risk of sexually acquired HIV infection
Today, the U.S. Food and Drug Administration approved Truvada (emtricitabine/tenofovir disoproxil fumarate), the first drug approved to reduce the risk of HIV infection in uninfected individuals who are at high risk of HIV infection and who may engage in sexual activity with HIV-infected partners.
SUPPLIER RECALLS MEATBALL ITEMS SOLD THROUGH DELI
SCARBOROUGH, Maine – Hannaford Supermarkets today alerted customers to a recall issued by New Jersey-based Buona Vita Inc. of three meatball products, due to possible contamination with Listeria monocytogenes.The three products are all sold through the deli department: Homestyle Meatballs with Sauce, sold by the pound; Meatball Panini – cold, UPC # 941260723096; and Meatball Panini – hot, UPC # 94126072102.
Hospira Announces A Nationwide Recall of Certain Lots of Injectable Carboplatin, Cytarabine, Paclitaxel and Methotrexate Due to Glass Vial Defect
Hospira, Inc. (NYSE: HSP), the world’s leading provider of injectable drugs and infusion technologies, issued this press release today to further inform the general public about a previously communicated user level recall of a total of 19 lots of carboplatin, cytarabine, paclitaxel, and methotrexate (see table below) in the United States due to visible particles embedded in the glass located at the neck of the vial. There may be potential for product to come into contact with the embedded particles and the particles may become dislodged into the solution.
PMI Nutrition International Initiates Voluntary Recall of AquaMax Products; Expands Voluntary Recall of Mazuri and LabDiet Feed Products Due to Potential Elevated Vitamin D Level
PMI Nutrition International is initiating a voluntary recall of certain varieties of the AquaMax™ feed products with specific lot codes listed below, due to the potential for elevated vitamin D levels. Although no customer complaints have been received to date, the products are being recalled due to analytical test results that indicate a potential for elevated levels of vitamin D.
Voluntary Recall of Feed Solutions Feed Products Due to Potential Elevated Vitamin D Level
Feed Solutions has initiated a voluntary recall of certain varieties of the feed products with specific lot codes listed below, due to the potential for elevated vitamin D levels. Elevated vitamin D levels may cause death or otherwise be harmful to animals and fish if fed for extended periods, potentially resulting in lack of interest in eating, weight loss and possible joint stiffness.