The US FDA has issued advisory against using ‘Artificial Tears’…an eye drop manufactured by an Indian pharmaceutical company.
This is the third such incident in the recent times in which Indian pharmaceutical companies have been in the crosshairs of health authorities.
Just few months back, a controversy had erupted over the death of 66 children in Gambia after taking cough syrup imported from India.
Then, towards the end of December, Uzbekistan had also claimed that 18 of 21 children with acute respiratory diseases died after ingesting Dok-1 Max syrup…a syrup that was manufactured and exported to Uzbekistan.
In this video, we take a look at the possible reasons why the US FDA has issued caution over an India-made eye drop.
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2 More Eyedrop Brands , Have Been Recalled.
ABC News reports that the FDA has posted recall notices for eyedrops distributed by Pharmedica and Apotex.
ABC News reports that the FDA has posted recall notices for eyedrops distributed by Pharmedica and Apotex.
Pharmedica said it is recalling
Purely Soothing 15% MSM Drops for issues
"that could result in blindness.".
The OTC eyedrops are intended
to soothe eye irritation.
That recall affects
approximately 2,900 bottles.
Apotex recalled Brimonidine Tartrate Ophthalmic Solution 0.15%.
The eyedrops treat a form of glaucoma.
No injuries have been reported, but the recall was issued after cracks were found in several caps.
The two recalls come after
EzriCare Artificial Tears were recalled last month.
In that instance, five people suffered permanent vision loss and one person died
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According to Union Health Ministry data updated today, India has reported 1,805 new coronavirus cases, while the active cases have surpassed the 10,000 mark after 134 days.
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The Guinness World Record holder for oldest drag queen performer, Darcelle XV, passed away on Thursday at the age of 92, due to natural causes, her Portland, Oregon, cabaret announced on social media.
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Entire Germany has come to a standstill today as transport staffs across the country have started a major strike to push for wage hikes in the face of brisk inflation. Workers at airports, ports, railways, buses and metro lines throughout much of Europe’s biggest economy are heeding a call from the Verdi and EVG unions and are taking part in the 24-hour walkout.
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Today, the TMC joined a Congress-led opposition strategy meeting for the first time and participated in a ‘black’ protest against Rahul Gandhi's disqualification as an MP. Today, the Trinamool's Prasun Banerjee and Jawahar Sircar joined the strategy meeting in the office of Congress chief Mallikarjun Kharge.
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Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu on Sunday sacked Defence Minister Yoav Gallant, triggering mass protests, a day after Gallant broke ranks with the government and urged a halt to a highly contested plan to overhaul the judicial system.
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Walgreens to Stop , Selling Abortion Pills , by Mail in 20 States.
On March 2, one of America's largest
pharmacies said it would not distribute
abortion pills by mail in some states.
On March 2, one of America's largest
pharmacies said it would not distribute
abortion pills by mail in some states.
CBS reports that Walgreens confirmed the decision
to stop dispensing Mifepristone, stating that
the abortion drug will no longer be available in 20 states.
CBS reports that Walgreens confirmed the decision
to stop dispensing Mifepristone, stating that
the abortion drug will no longer be available in 20 states.
According to a letter dated February 1, Walgreens was warned by 20 attorneys general that the sale of abortion
drugs would violate both state and federal laws.
According to a letter dated February 1, Walgreens was warned by 20 attorneys general that the sale of abortion
drugs would violate both state and federal laws.
Last summer, following the overturning of Roe v. Wade,
Missouri was among several states to
implement strict prohibitions on abortion. .
Other states that Mifepristone will
no longer be available in include
Arkansas, Florida, Texas and West Virginia.
Other states that Mifepristone will
no longer be available in include
Arkansas, Florida, Texas and West Virginia.
We will only dispense in those
jurisdictions where it is legal
to do if we are certified, Walgreens, via statement.
CBS reports that over half
of all abortions in the U.S.
utilize Mifepristone.
For over 20 years, the FDA limited
the dispensing of the drug
due to safety concerns. .
For over 20 years, the FDA limited
the dispensing of the drug
due to safety concerns. .
Those restrictions were lifted amid
the COVID pandemic as a means of eliminating
the need for in-person appointments.
CBS reports that at least one lawsuit has been
filed against the FDA, claiming the agency
overstepped its authority in approving Mifepristone.
CBS reports that at least one lawsuit has been
filed against the FDA, claiming the agency
overstepped its authority in approving Mifepristone
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145,000 Cans of Enfamil ProSobee , Infant Formula Recalled.
CNN reports that two batches of the company's plant-based formula have been recalled by one of its manufacturers, Reckitt.
The formula was possibly cross-contaminated with Cronobacter sakazakii bacteria.
According to Reckitt, the cause
“was linked to a material from a third party.”.
The company has taken “all appropriate corrective actions, including no longer sourcing this material from the supplier.”.
So far, product tests have come back negative for the bacteria and illnesses have not been reported. .
The recalled 12.9-ounce cans have a
use-by date of March 1, 2024.
They also contain the codes
ZL2HZF or ZL2HZZ.
CNN reports that while Cronobacter
infections are rare, they can be fatal.
The bacteria caused the recall of
Abbott Nutrition formula in 2022 which contributed to a nationwide shortage. .
The FDA says it's devising a plan to better detect Cronobacter in baby formula
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Starbucks Vanilla Frappuccino , Bottles Recalled.
Starbucks Vanilla Frappuccino , Bottles Recalled.
ABC News reports that over
25,000 cases of the beverage have been recalled for possibly containing glass.
A representative for PepsiCo, which sells the drinks, issued a statement on behalf of the North American Coffee Partnership.
The impacted products have best buy dates of March 8, 2023; May 29, 2023; June 4, 2023; and June 10, 2023 and were distributed across the United States, PepsiCo representative, via statement.
The removal of these products from the marketplace is currently underway. The products are not sold at Starbucks retail locations, PepsiCo representative, via statement.
While the PepsiCo representative did not divulge why the product was being recalled.
the FDA confirmed it was because of
"foreign objects (glass)" in the bottles.
The PepsiCo representative went on
to talk about the company's commitment
to a quality consumer experience.
The North American Coffee Partnership is committed to a high level of quality in the products we serve. , PepsiCo representative, via statement.
Delivering a quality experience to our consumers is our top priority and we always act with an abundance of caution whenever a potential concern is raised, PepsiCo representative, via statement.
If a consumer has purchased a product and has questions or concerns, they can call Consumer Relations at 1-800-211-8307, PepsiCo representative, via statement
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FDA Advisers Recommend , Anti-Opioid Overdose Drug for OTC Use.
'The Hill' reports that on Feb. 15,
an FDA panel voted 19-0 in favor of Naloxone
being made available over the counter.
'The Hill' reports that on Feb. 15,
an FDA panel voted 19-0 in favor of Naloxone
being made available over the counter.
Currently, the anti-opioid overdose drug
is only available with a prescription.
Sold under the brand name Narcan,
the drug is widely considered to be the
best treatment for opioid overdoses. .
It was first approved in 2015 to treat opioid overdoses in people of all ages, even newborns. .
The advisory panel agrees that there is little to no risk in making the drug available over the counter.
The advisory panel agrees that there is little to no risk in making the drug available over the counter.
There’s no reason to keep this
as a prescription, let’s get it
out there and save some lives, Elizabeth Coykendall, temporary panel member
and a paramedic in North Carolina, via 'The Hill'.
The cost of the drug has yet to be determined.
'The Hill' reports that harm reduction advocates fear it may be too expensive for groups that give it to those who need it most.
The FDA is expected to make a decision
about whether Naloxone should be made available over the counter by March 29.
The FDA is expected to make a decision
about whether Naloxone should be made available over the counter by March 29
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Strong earthquake tremors were felt in northern India including the Delhi-NCR region, Punjab and Haryana. According to reports, the earthquake measuring 6.8 on the Richter scale hit countries including Turkmenistan, India, Kazakhstan, Pakistan, Tajikistan, Uzbekistan, China, Afghanistan, and Kyrgyzstan. The epicenter is believed to be 90 km from Kalafgan in Afghanistan. A day after north India felt tremors of the strong 6.8 magnitude earthquake with the epicentre in Afghanistan, the National Centre for Seismology has recorded 2.7 magnitude earthquake in the national capital on 22nd March. Watch to know what people had to say about the earthquake happening around. Comment down below your thoughts! Like, share and subscribe.
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Uzbek's Davlat Bobonov was on fire throughout the day on day 3 of the Tashkent Grand Slam in Uzbekistan and Alisher Yusupov also took gold after she countered Saito Tatsuru of Japan.
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The second day of the Tashkent Grand Slam saw middleweight judoko's perform exciting judo in Uzbekistan with Japan's Megumi Horikawa take home gold - her fourth grand slam gold medal.
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