FDA Warns of Anaphylaxis Risk Linked to False Negatives from Certain Food Allergy Skin Tests
The FDA warns that some extracts used in allergy tests may result in false negative results, putting individuals at risk of serious anaphylaxis reactions.
Tag Archives: Allergic Reaction
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FDA Issues New Guidance on How Allergens Should Be Included on Food Labels
The FDA has issued new guidance documents clarifying the use of food allergy warning labels, and adding sesame to the list of major food allergens.
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FDA Issues Guidance on Preparing Beta-Lactam Antibiotics, Which are Linked to Severe Allergic Reactions
The FDA has issued guidance on compounding Beta-lactam safely due to an antibiotics shortage, focused on preventing cross-contamination which could result in severe allergic reactions
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High-Dose Glucocorticoids Useful in Treating Stevens-Johnson Syndrome: Study
A new Chinese study found glucocorticoids are effective treatments for Stevens-Johnson Syndrome.
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Oculus Recall Issued After Quest 2 VR Headset Foam Causes Skin Reactions, Rashes, Burns
Facebook is recalling 4 million Oculus Quest 2 VR headsets following thousands of reports of users experiencing skin irritation caused by foam pad inserts.
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Velcade Linked to Stevens-Johnson Syndrome Risk In New Case Report
The multiple myeloma drug Velcade was linked to a potentially deadly skin reaction known as Stevens-Johnson Syndrome in a recent case report from Korea.
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CDC Issues New Contraindication Guidelines For COVID-19 Vaccines
The CDC issues updated guidelines for COVID-19 vaccines, including contraindications for those who appear to be allergic to their first shot.
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Nexium, Prilosec, Similar Heartburn Drugs Linked To Potentially Fatal Skin Reactions: Study
Nexium and similar heartburn drugs can cause delayed hypersensitivity reactions which can be fatal, according to a new study.
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EpiPen Problems May Lead To Premature Device Activation, FDA Warns
Mylan and the FDA warn that EpiPens may go off prematurely if they experience sideways pressure, and in some cases may become stuck in their carriers.
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Metal Implant Risks, Safety to be Topic of FDA Advisory Committee Hearing
The FDA will hold an advisory committee meeting in November focusing on the safety of metal used in medical implants.
