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Breast Cancer Chemo Drug Ixempra OK'd
The FDA has approved a new breast cancer chemotherapy drug called Ixempra for use in treating advanced breast cancer.
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Diabetes Drug Byetta: Pancreas Risk?
The FDA has gotten 30 reports of a potentially deadly pancreas problem in patients taking the type 2 diabetes drug Byetta.
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FDA OKs New HIV Drug Isentress
The FDA has approved Isentress, the first in a new class of HIV drugs, for use with other HIV drugs.
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FDA Eyeing Unapproved Cough Suppressants
The FDA plans to crack down on unapproved prescription drugs containing hydrocodone, including some 200 cough suppressants.
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FDA Warns of Painkiller Fentora Misuse
The FDA today warned doctors and patients about improper and potentially deadly misuse of the painkiller Fentora.
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FDA OKs FluMist for Kids Aged 2-5
The FDA has approved the use of FluMist, the nasal spray flu vaccine, for children aged 2 to 5.
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Evista OK for Breast Cancer Prevention
The FDA has approved the osteoporosis drug Evista to help prevent breast cancer in certain postmenopausal women.
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FDA OKs 1st Generic Versions of Coreg
The FDA has approved the first generic versions of the prescription drug Coreg (carvedilol).
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FDA Panel Backs New HIV Drug
A new HIV drug gained a federal advisory panel's backing for rapid government approval.
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FDA Proposes New Sunscreen Rules
The FDA proposes new rules for sunscreens, including a four-star rating for protection against ultraviolet A light (UVA).
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