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Tamiflu Dosing Problems May Occur for Children Due to Confusing Label

Medical experts and the FDA have expressed concerns that the dosing instructions on Tamiflu oral suspension prescribed for children are so confusing that doctors and patients may have trouble figuring out the proper dosage, potentially resulting in compromised treatment or toxic effects.

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Children and Infant Tylenol Recall Issued Due to Possible Contamination

Certain lots of children and infant Tylenol have been recalled, as they could be contaminated with bacteria.

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Tamiflu Side Effects for Children May Do More Harm Than Good: Study

A new study raises questions about the usefulness of the antiviral flu drug Tamiflu in preventing and treating the flu in children, indicating that the harmful effects may not be justified by the limited benefits provided.

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ADHD Drug Side Effects Linked to Sudden Cardiac Death in Healthy Children

An ongoing FDA investigation of the side effects of Ritalin and other ADHD medications is raising concerns that the drugs may be linked to sudden, fatal heart problems in children.

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FDA Panel Recommends Antipsychotic Drug Approvals for Children

An FDA advisory panel recommended this week that Seroquel, Zyprexa and Geodon should be approved for use among adolescents, despite concerns that side effects of the antipsychotic drugs may expose children to life-long health disorders.