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Infant Formula Recall: What to Know
Do not use recalled Similac, Alimentum and EleCare powdered infant formulas produced in Sturgis, Michigan.
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Consejos útiles para los consumidores de la FDA
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What does FDA regulate?
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What does FDA regulate?
Do you know how many of the products you use every day are regulated by the FDA? About 20 cents of every dollar you spend is on a product regulated by the FDA. But do you know what to contact FDA about since our agency’s responsibilities are closely related to those of several other government agencies?
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Tianeptine Products Linked to Serious Harm, Overdoses, Death
Tianeptine is not approved by the FDA for any medical use. In the U.S., poison control center cases involving tianeptine exposure have increased nationwide.
FDA Pharmacists Help You Use Medicines Correctly
Whether at your local pharmacy or the FDA, pharmacists help patients achieve the best possible outcome when taking drugs.
Hearing Aids and Personal Sound Amplification Products: What to Know
Learn about hearing aids, personal sound amplification products, and the proposed change to how you can get hearing aids.
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