FDA Warns About Risks of Tianeptine Use in Dietary Supplements
The FDA warns that tianeptine products sold as dietary supplements are being illegally marketed for unapproved uses, and have been linked to serious adverse health effects and death.
Tag Archives: Opioid
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U.S. Poison Control Centers Receiving Two Kratom-Related Phone Calls Per Day: Study
The findings of a new study warn that poison centers are getting an increasing number of calls linked to incidents of kratom exposure.
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Despite FDA REMS Program, Large Number Of Patients Prescribed Fentanyl, Study Finds
A new study finds that more than half of patients prescribed fast-acting fentanyl painkillers shouldn't have been, according to the strict rules of an FDA program meant to prevent misuse.
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FDA Hearing Explores Balance Between Chronic Pain and Opioid Crisis
The FDA is seeking input from patients dealing with chronic pain on how to balance appropriate pain treatment with the risks of opioid abuse.
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Kratom Powder Recall Issued Over Salmonella Poisoning Risks
A number of kratom powder products have been recalled due to potential links to an ongoing, multistate salmonella outbreak.
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Xanax, Valium Overuse Problems Are Raising Concerns, NEJM Editorial Warns
Xanax, Valium and similar sedatives may present a future drug crisis threat, according to a new warning by experts.
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Kratom Salmonella Risk Results in CDC Warning to Avoid All Forms
A salmonella outbreak that has sickened people in 20 states has been traced back to kratom, an herbal supplement.
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Kratom Supplements Have Opioid Properties, FDA Warns
The FDA warns that Kratom herbal supplements may work similar to opioids, and have been linked to at least 44 deaths in recent years.
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Opioid-Based Cold And Cough Medicines Restricted To Adults: FDA
The FDA is restricting prescription cold and cough medications containing codeine and hydrocodone to adults 18 and over, saying they carry too many risks, and too few benefits, for children.
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Opioid Deaths Now Outnumber Breast Cancer Fatalities: CDC Report
A new report warns that deaths from opioid abuse are increasing and are now responsible for more fatalities per year than breast cancer.
