FDA issues stern warning on Medtronic devices David Koenig, AP Business Writer 7:34 p.m. EST November 16, 2013 Defects in some guidewires for hearts are severe enough to cause injury or death, agency says. The “Rising Man” symbol stands in front of the Fridley, Minn.-based Medtronic. (Photo: […]
Read more →Medical Devices Medical Device Recalls Synthes Hemostatic Bone Putty Recall Class: Class I Date Recall Initiated: July 5, 2012 Product: Synthes Hemostatic Bone Putty Manufacturing Dates: July 6, 2011 – December 14, 2011 Distribution Dates: December 22, 2011 – June 25, 2012 The affected models and lot […]
Read more →FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE February 9, 2012 Release #12-107 Firm’s Recall Hotline: (866) 918-8763 CPSC Recall Hotline: (800) 638-2772 CPSC Media Contact: (301) 504-7908 HC Media Contact: (613) 957-2983 Tassimo Espresso T Discs Recalled by Kraft Foods Due to Burn Hazard WASHINGTON, D.C. – The U.S. Consumer Product […]
Read more →Avandia Safety Announcement The Federal Drug Administration has issued Safety Communication concerning the ongoing review of the drug Avandia (rosiglitazone) as it relates to cardiovascular safety. Avandia is the brand name of an oral drug called rosiglitazone. Avandia is anti-diabetic drug in the thiazolidinedione class of drugs. The drug is […]
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