#medication-safety

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fromwww.theguardian.com
1 month ago

Contraception warning over weight-loss drugs after dozens of pregnancies

Women using weight-loss medications are advised to use effective contraception after numerous reports of pregnancies while taking these drugs.
fromBusiness Insider
2 months ago

A key senator is pressing Spotify over fake podcasts that peddled opioids

Sen. Maggie Hassan is pressing Spotify to address the proliferation of fake podcasts promoting opioids.
fromwww.npr.org
3 months ago

You're probably taking over-the-counter painkillers incorrectly

One study published in 2018 found that 15% of over 1,300 survey participants exceeded daily NSAID dosages, and most participants didn't recognize that all the products they were taking were NSAIDs.
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fromwww.npr.org
3 months ago

The FDA warns patients about counterfeit Ozempic that may be in circulation

FDA warns of counterfeit Ozempic affecting patient safety.
Report includes details about counterfeit serial numbers.
Novo Nordisk acknowledges multiple counterfeit incidents.
fromwww.bbc.com
4 months ago

Boots recalls paracetamol over labelling error

Boots recalls paracetamol due to a labeling error that misidentifies the pills as aspirin, urging returns for safety.
Customer safety is paramount as incorrect medication can have serious health implications.
fromWIRED
8 months ago

Why Is There So Much Off-Brand Oral Ozempic for Sale Online?

These oral versions of GLP-1 drugs are offered at a fraction of the cost of the injectable originals, leading to a surge in online sales despite safety and efficacy concerns.
Medicine
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