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.

Medication Recall Alert Sabril® (Vigabatrin)

Our friends at the Epielpsy Foundation have shared the Following Medication Recall The company that makes Sabril® (vigabatrin) for oral solution, a prescription medication to manage seizures in children and adults, has announced a recall of this medication because of...

MEDICATION ALERT – FELBAMATE (Generic)

We understand that some families in our community may be having challenges getting prescriptions filled for generic Felbamate oral suspension and tablets. If you need assistance with obtaining your medication, contact our 24/7 Helpline at 1-800-332-1000 for connection...

Medicaid Eligibility Renewals are Coming!

Medicaid Eligibility Renewals are Coming! Medicaid eligibility renewals were paused during the COVID-19 pandemic but are re-starting soon. This means that almost everyone on Medicaid in the US will need to renew their eligibility at some point between February 2023...

Target Recalls Children’s Pillowfort Weighted Blankets

Target Recalls Children’s Pillowfort Weighted Blankets Due to Asphyxiation Hazard; Two Fatalities Reported The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) and Target Corporation, of Minneapolis, Minnesota, are announcing the recall of about 204,000 Pillowfort...