#drug-safety

#drug-safety

BTMPS, a chemical used in plastics, is increasingly found in illegal drugs across the U.S., raising significant health concerns.

Auckland charity inadvertently distributed potentially lethal methamphetamine-laced candies to homeless individuals through donated food parcels, prompting urgent outreach to recipients.

Carfentanil, a potent fentanyl analog, has caused the Bay Area's first overdose death, marking a significant public health concern.

Thalidomide's association with severe birth defects highlighted the need for stringent drug safety regulations after the public revelations by pediatrician Widukind Lenz.

Drew's experience highlights the dangers of counterfeit medications, especially in high-demand drugs like Ozempic, which can pose serious health risks.

Patients should verify prescriptions for Ozempic due to warnings regarding counterfeit products in the drug supply.

The FDA has approved injectable versions of semaglutide for weight-loss and diabetes, cautioning against dangerous imitations due to pricing and supply issues.

FDA reverses part of layoffs affecting drug and food safety after disruptions

Layoffs initially planned by Secretary Kennedy drew criticism and concerns for safety work

HHS cites inaccurate HR data as a reason for layoffs confusion

Reinstated staff eager to return to critical safety work.

Support staff cuts threaten FDA's ability to ensure food and drug safety.

Inspectors face challenges due to new travel arrangement responsibilities.

San Francisco is facing a new danger as Fentanyl is being laced with a dangerous animal tranquilizer called Medetomidine.

The rise of online pharmacies presents hidden dangers like counterfeit medications laced with fentanyl and meth, threatening consumer safety.

Pink cocaine is a dangerous designer drug often containing ketamine, methamphetamine, and ecstasy, and poses severe risks due to its unpredictable composition.

Pink cocaine, also known as tusi, is a dangerous drug mixture that rarely contains actual cocaine.

The tragic death of Liam Payne highlights serious concerns over synthetic drug cocktails like 'pink cocaine' and its implications for health safety.

Overdrive is a lifestyle brand aimed at harm reduction through a fentanyl test kit, promoting drug safety amid rising overdose deaths.

Drug potency at Electric Picnic poses serious health risks, with MDMA linked to medical emergencies. Seek help if feeling unwell after use.

Recreational drug users, especially cocaine and ecstasy consumers, should be informed about the dangers of opioid-laced drugs and the importance of naloxone.