More than a half million bottles of Infants' Tylenol Oral Suspension, 1 oz. grape, have been recalled voluntarily by McNeil Consumer Healthcare because of complaints about using the dosing system, the company announced.
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Proper oral care = health and happiness. That's the equation being promoted from governmental agencies to health groups to scientists.
The U.S. healthcare system saves $6 to $7 for every dollar Americans spend on over-the-counter medications, according to a new study released by the Consumer Healthcare Products Association recently.
Liquid acetaminophen for infants is being shipped to hospitals and drug stores in new concentrations, even though manufacturers may not be providing notice about the concentration change, according to the Institute for Safe Medication Practices.
The generics maven lays out his "tchotchkes" strategy for market domination.
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In this section we showcase products and product news that ran up against space limitations or fell outside the parameters of recently featured categories in the print edition. Look for more OTC Product News in upcoming issues of the Community Pharmacists? Report.
In this section we showcase products and product news that ran up against space limitations or fell outside the parameters of recently featured categories in the print edition. Look for more OTC Product News in upcoming issues of the Community Pharmacists? Report.
Apricus Biosciences and its wholly owned subsidiary, NexMed USA, have received FDA approval for over-the-counter sales of antifungal drug Tolnaftate-D, containing the company's NexACT technology, which transiently loosens the tight junction between the cells of the sealed skin to allow more permeation.
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Whether the cause is a vacation sports accident or a summer home-repair job gone wrong, patients will be looking for first aid help, from antiseptics to bandages to pain relief.
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Johnson and Johnson has announced plans for new dosing instructions that lower the maximum daily dose for single-ingredient Extra Strength Tylenol (acetaminophen) products sold in the United States from 8 pills per day (4,000 mg) to 6 pills per day (3,000 mg).
In this section we showcase products and product news that ran up against space limitations or fell outside the parameters of recently featured categories in the print edition. Look for more OTC Product News in upcoming issues of the Drug Topics e-newsletter.
Outdoor sports, a day at the beach, backyard sunbathing, and gardening all can leave eyes exposed to a steady onslaught of dust, wind, sand, pollution and the sun's rays. For first aid and maintenance, new products offer relief.
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In this section we showcase products and product news that ran up against space limitations or fell outside the parameters of recently featured categories in the print edition. Look for more OTC Product News in upcoming issues of the Drug Topics e-newsletter.
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Summer's outdoor fun can be complicated by poison ivy, bug bites, harsh sunlight, and other problems exacerbated by the heat and humidity. A variety of products seek to prevent or ameliorate the consequences.
In this section we showcase products and product news that ran up against space limitations or fell outside the parameters of recently featured categories in the print edition. Look for more OTC Product News in upcoming issues of the Drug Topics e-newsletter.
Makers of OTC single-ingredient pediatric liquid acetaminophen will convert these products to just 1 concentration, according to the Consumer Healthcare Products Association.
With no cure for seasonal allergic rhinitis available, sufferers seeking symptomatic relief will welcome the following OTC options.
A survey of new Rx, new generic, and new OTC products
In this section we showcase products and product news that ran up against space limitations or fell outside the parameters of recently featured categories in the print edition. Look for more OTC Product News in upcoming issues of the Drug Topics e-newsletter.
This overview of some recently available OTC products marks the first time our Self Care page has focused on testing kits and accessories.
A DNA paternity test kit is available in New York retail pharmacies for the first time.
A survey of new Rx, new generic, and new OTC products
In this section we showcase products and product news that ran up against space limitations or fell outside the parameters of recently featured categories in the print edition. Look for more OTC Product News in upcoming issues of the Drug Topics e-newsletter.
For patients seeking new ways to keep their breath fresher and their pearly whites whiter, today's manufacturers continue to develop and rebrand products to better address both the health and beauty aspects of oral care.
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