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FDA Statement on Makena FDA Approvals

FDA Statement on Makena

Pharmacies may compound hydroxyprogesterone capoate based upon valid prescription

March 31, 2011·2 min read
Shocking the Heart when NeededFDA Approvals

Shocking the Heart when Needed

Protecta implantable defibrillator for patients with arrhythmia, reducing sudden cardiac attacks

March 29, 2011·3 min read
New Lupus Drug: A Long Time ComingFDA Approvals

New Lupus Drug: A Long Time Coming

FDA approves Benlysta to treat lupus

March 10, 2011·3 min read
A New Pill to SwallowFDA Approvals

A New Pill to Swallow

FDA approves roflumilast to decrease flare-ups of chronic obstructive pulmonary disease

March 2, 2011·2 min read
New Drug to Relieve the PressureFDA Approvals

New Drug to Relieve the Pressure

FDA approves Edarbi to treat high blood pressure

February 28, 2011·2 min read
Stop the BleedingFDA Approvals

Stop the Bleeding

FDA approves Corifact, a drug that prevents bleeding in people with rare genetic defect

February 21, 2011·1 min read
3-D Trend in Movies Goes ScientificFDA Approvals

3-D Trend in Movies Goes Scientific

Selenia Dimensions System may boost accuracy in breast cancer detection, diagnosis

February 14, 2011·2 min read
Your Heart Won't Burst Through Your ChestFDA Approvals

Your Heart Won't Burst Through Your Chest

FDA approves pacemaker that can be used during MRI exams

February 8, 2011·2 min read
Making Sure They Don't Come EarlyFDA Approvals

Making Sure They Don't Come Early

FDA approves drug to reduce risk of preterm birth

February 7, 2011·3 min read
Viibryd Approved for Major DepressionFDA Approvals

Viibryd Approved for Major Depression

New antidepressant made available by FDA

January 24, 2011·2 min read
FDA Approves Pain Reliever Abstral for Cancer PatientsFDA Approvals

FDA Approves Pain Reliever Abstral for Cancer Patients

New drug provides supplemental pain relief in addition to other medications

January 11, 2011·3 min read
FDA Approves Vaccine to Prevent Anal CancerFDA Approvals

FDA Approves Vaccine to Prevent Anal Cancer

Gardasil can be used to prevent anal cancer, in addition to other HPV-related cancers

December 23, 2010·3 min read
Intelence Receives New FDA ApprovalFDA Approvals

Intelence Receives New FDA Approval

FDA approves new 200 mg tablet for HIV/AIDS medication

December 23, 2010·1 min read
New Super Fast HIV TestFDA Approvals

New Super Fast HIV Test

FDA approves new, rapid detection test for HIV

December 2, 2010·2 min read
Defending The Bone ZoneFDA Approvals

Defending The Bone Zone

FDA approves Xgeva to help prevent cancer-related bone injury

November 19, 2010·2 min read
OraQuick Hepatitis C Rapid Antibody Test Approved by FDAFDA Approvals

OraQuick Hepatitis C Rapid Antibody Test Approved by FDA

The first rapid Hepatitis C test approved for use in the US

September 17, 2010·3 min read
FDA Approves Devices for Left Bundle Branch BlockFDA Approvals

FDA Approves Devices for Left Bundle Branch Block

FDA approves three cardiac resynchronization therapy defibrillators

September 17, 2010·2 min read
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FDA Approves First Generic Aricept to Treat Dementia Related to Alzheimer's

FDA Approves First Generic Aricept to Treat Dementia Related to Alzheimer's

December 15, 2009·1 min read
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Kalbitor OKed for Potentially Life-threatening Attacks of Hereditary Angioedema

Kalbitor OKed for Potentially Life-threatening Attacks of Hereditary Angioedema

December 2, 2009·1 min read
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Agriflu Flu Vaccine Earns Approval

Agriflu Flu Vaccine Earns Approval

November 30, 2009·1 min read
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FDA Approves Additional Vaccine for 2009 H1N1 Influenza Virus

FDA Approves Additional Vaccine for 2009 H1N1 Influenza Virus

November 17, 2009·1 min read
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Lysteda Approved for Heavy Menstrual Bleeding

Lysteda Approved for Heavy Menstrual Bleeding

November 13, 2009·1 min read
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FDA Approves Drug for Rare Cancer

FDA Approves Drug for Rare Cancer

November 9, 2009·2 min read
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FDA Approves New Treatment for Chronic Lymphocytic Leukemia

FDA Approves New Treatment for Chronic Lymphocytic Leukemia

October 26, 2009·2 min read