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COVID-19 Updates

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FDA approves first COVID-19 treatment for young children

For patients 28 days of age and older weighing at least 3 kilograms
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Q&A for Consumers | Hand Sanitizers and COVID-19

Learn how the FDA and its partners are addressing the COVID-19 outbreak
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Know your treatment options for COVID-19

The FDA approved one drug and many more are being tested in clinical trials

Recent News

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Realistic lab models support generic inhalation products development.

CDER scientists study in vitro test factors on metered-dose inhalers

May 23 - Anatomical models support generic inhalation products development
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EoE is a chronic inflammatory disorder.

FDA approves first treatment for EoE, a chronic immune disorder

May 20 - Drug is for adults and certain pediatric patients 12 years and older
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Oral medication provides another treatment option for adults with ALS

May 12 - Therapy first approved as an intravenous infusion to treat the disease

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Disposal of Unused Medicines: What You Should Know

The short video shows you how to properly get rid of unused or expired medication
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High Blood Pressure–Understanding the Silent Killer

It can lead to many serious problems that’s why it’s important to know your risk factors

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BeSafeRx: Your Source for Online Pharmacy Information

Explore resources and tools so you can safely buy prescription medicines online

Priority Areas & Initiatives

Opioids

Reducing the impact of opioid misuse and abuse

Generics

Ensuring access to safe, affordable, and effective generic drugs

Warning Letters

Warning and Notice of Violation Letters to Pharmaceutical Companies

Guidances

FDA's current thinking on drug development and review activities

Drug Shortages

Search the database, learn about root causes and potential solutions

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