TOPIC: Vigabatrin for Oral Solution USP, 500 mg by InvaGen Pharmaceuticals: Recall - Due to Leaking Sachets...
Medical News and Alerts
As we monitor medical news and alerts that may affect our families, the Dup15q Alliance, along with our partnerships, present our Medical News and Alerts section. If there is something that you think we should add, please email info@dup15q.org
DISCLAIMER: Inclusion of any trademarked/branded medications in these articles should not be considered and IS NOT an endorsement of any of the medications or treatments contained in the article. Please note that this is not a comprehensive or full/complete list but is intended to be used as a partial resource. Consultation with your/your child’s medical provider should always be done prior to the change or addition of any treatment/intervention (i.e. diet, vitamin, etc)/medication.
FDA Warns of Rare but Serious Drug Reaction
The Dup15q Alliance is aware of the recent release by the FDA regarding Keppra, Keppra XR, Elepsia XR, Spritam...
Medication Recall Alert Sabril® (Vigabatrin)
Our friends at the Epielpsy Foundation have shared the Following Medication Recall The company that makes Sabril®...
MEDICATION ALERT – FELBAMATE (Generic)
We understand that some families in our community may be having challenges getting prescriptions filled for generic...
Medicaid Eligibility Renewals are Coming!
Medicaid Eligibility Renewals are Coming! Medicaid eligibility renewals were paused during the COVID-19 pandemic but...
Target Recalls Children’s Pillowfort Weighted Blankets
Target Recalls Children’s Pillowfort Weighted Blankets Due to Asphyxiation Hazard; Two Fatalities Reported The U.S....
Medication Alert
We understand that some families in our community may still be having challenges getting prescriptions filled for...
Psychobehavioural and Cognitive Adverse Events of Anti-Seizure Medications
Psychobehavioural and Cognitive Adverse Events of Anti-Seizure Medications for the Treatment of Developmental and...
Disposal of Unused Medicines: What You Should Know
How to Safely Dispose of Unused or Expired Medicine The best way to dispose of most types* of unused or expired...
FDA Announced diazepam shortage
The FDA announced that there is an ongoing shortage of both brand and generic forms of diazepam rectal gel. This...
FDA Safety Communications – Do Not Use Baby Neck Floats
Do Not Use Baby Neck Floats Due to the Risk of Death or Injury: FDA Safety Communication The FDA is warning parents,...
Recall – CVS Magnesium Citrate Saline Laxative
TOPIC: CVS Magnesium Citrate Saline Laxative Oral Solution Lemon Flavor by Vi-Jon: Recall - Due to Microbial...