Archive for the ‘FDA News’ Category

Cardiac Science Automated External Defibrillators (Powerheart, Cardiovive, CardioLife, NK, Responder models): Class I Recall

UPDATED 03/08/2010: Recall classified as Class I, expanded list of affected models. Originally posted 02/09/2010

Thomas Medical Products, Inc., Transseptal Sheath Introducer Kits: Class I Recall

Sheath tip may break off and separate during heart procedures, causing a blockage that could lead to permanent injury and/or death.

Baxter HomeChoice and HomeChoice PRO Automated Peritoneal Dialysis Systems: Class I Recall

Reports of serious injuries and at least one death have been associated with increased Intraperitoneal Volume (IIPV), also known as overfill of the abdominal cavity.

OneTouch SureStep Test Strips (LifeScan): Recall

Test strips are being recalled because they may provide falsely low glucose results when the glucose level is higher than 400 mg/dL.

StatSpin Express 4 Centrifuges Model 510: Class I Recall

Rotor may break and eject pieces of the rotor which may cause serious physical injury to bystanders and expose them to blood-borne infectious micro-organisms.

Invirase (saquinavir): Ongoing safety review of clinical trial data

Possible association with abnormal heart rhythms when used in combination with Norvir (ritonavir).

Avandia (rosiglitazone): Ongoing Review of Cardiovascular Safety

FDA is reviewing data from a large, long-term clinical study on possible risks for cardiovascular outcomes associated with use of rosiglitazone.

Ear Candles: Risk of Serious Injuries

Consumers warned not to use ear candles because they can cause serious injuries, even when used according to the manufacturer’s directions.

Long-Acting Beta-Agonists (LABAs): New Safe Use Requirements

FDA requires risk management plan and class-labeling changes for all LABAs.

Exjade (deferasirox): Boxed Warning

Changes to Prescribing Information re: risk of renal impairment/failure, hepatic impairment/failure or gastrointestinal hemorrhage.