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Byetta Pancreatitis Risk Needs Further Studies: FDA

The FDA has required the makers of the diabetes drug Byetta to conduct additional studies to clarify the risk of pancreatitis from side effects of their medication.

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OTC Oral Sodium Phosphates Remove Bowel Cleansing Indication in Canada

Health Canada announced Wednesday that over-the-counter oral sodium phosphate products in Canada are no longer indicated for bowel cleansing before a colonoscopy or other medical procedures, as such use has been linked to potentially life-threatening kidney damage.

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FDA: Innohep Side Effects Could Increase Death Risk for Patients Over 70

The FDA has issued an early communication about an on-going safety review into potential side effects of Innohep, a low-molecular weight heparin. The agency has asked the drug maker to revise the warning label to indicate the Innohep death risk for elderly patients with renal insufficiency could extend to those 70 and older.