FDA 101: Product Recalls
Recalls are typically voluntary actions taken by a company to remove or correct products on the market that violate U.S.…
Tianeptine Products Linked to Serious Harm, Overdoses, Death
Tianeptine is not approved by the FDA for any medical use. Some companies are illegally marketing and selling tianeptine products…
Is Rinsing Your Sinuses With Neti Pots Safe?
Nasal irrigation devices, such as neti pots, can be effective for allergies, sinus infections and other conditions. But they must…
Where and How to Dispose of Unused Medicines
The best way to dispose of your expired, unwanted, or unused medicines is through a drug take back program. Or…
Pulse Oximeter Basics
A pulse oximeter, or pulse ox, is a device that estimates the amount of oxygen in the blood. Here’s what…
Paws Off Xylitol; It’s Dangerous for Dogs
Sugarless gum may contain xylitol, a class of sweetener known as sugar alcohol. Xylitol is present in many products and…
Allergy Relief for Your Child
When a child’s sniffles and sneezes won’t go away for weeks, the cause might be allergies. The FDA regulates prescription…
Your Animal Is Sick. Was It Something They Ate? Vet-LIRN May Be Able to Help
The FDA investigates foodborne illnesses for human foods and animal foods. FDA’s Vet-LIRN program can help your vet determine if…
Beware of Ultraviolet Wands That Give Off Unsafe Levels of UV Radiation
Certain UV wands may cause injuries within seconds and alternative disinfection methods should be used. The FDA issued a safety…
Traumatic Brain Injury: What to Know About Symptoms, Diagnosis, and Treatment
Traumatic brain injury (TBI) can happen to anyone. And these types of injuries, even mild traumatic brain injuries (concussions), contribute…