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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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FDA approves treatment for alopecia areata

June 13 - For adult patients with severe form of the autoimmune disorder
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FDA has withdrawn approval of cancer drug Ukoniq (umbralisib)

June 1 - Possible increased risk of death outweighs drug’s benefits
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CDER scientists study in vitro test factors on metered-dose inhalers

May 23 - Anatomical models support generic inhalation products development

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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

CENTER FOR DRUG EVALUATION AND RESEARCH

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