Two popular over-the-counter children’s cough and cold medications have been recalled, after it was discovered that some versions of Robitussin and Dimetapp were sold with an incorrect dosing cup, which may result in an accidental overdose.…
A L-Citrulline recall has been issued due to the risks of subpotent lots.…
Suicide and other psychological problems are the most frequently reported side effect of drugs given to children, researchers report.…
Flow restrictors that cost less than a dime could save infants from Tylenol overdose deaths, but companies have used that cost as an excuse not to use them, according to a new report.…
Risperdal may help moderate some aggressive behavior among children with ADHD, according to the findings of a new study.
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The doctor who first pushed for wider recognition of ADHD says drug companies have hijacked his efforts, leading to massive overdiagnosis and overmedication.…
Fewer children have been poisoned or injured by cold and cough medications following restrictions placed on child cold drugs in 2007, a new study finds.…
A new statement issued by the FDA warns against the use of codeine in children following tonsil or adenoid surgery. …
Federal health officials indicate that side effects of Revatio may pose an increased risk of death for children when the hypertension drug is prescribed off-label for treatment of pediatric cases of pulmonary arterial hypertension (PAH).…
A federal judge has thrown out consolidated class action lawsuits filed over recent Johnson & Johnson recalls, involving Tylenol, Motrin and other drugs, finding that the plaintiffs did not prove that they suffered any actual injury from those drugs. …
