Extended-release antidepressant sanctioned for major depressive disorder
Treatment extended survival by 2 months, a small but significant gain, researchers say
'Black box' warning on suicide risk may be extended beyond children
U.S. health officials say green onions tested negative
Confirmed cases now spread across 6 states; source of outbreak still unclear, CDC says
But the devices may be the cause of blood clots, FDA panel notes
89 percent of CML patients have survived for 5 years, study finds
While they offer benefits, they may not be appropriate for all heart patients, FDA says
FDA panel recommends its use, but other treatment options exist, experts say
Says benefits outweigh potential risks to those with juvenile rheumatoid arthritis
The decision requires the 2 manufacturers to continue studies of the devices' safety
To slow joint damage
Bits of wire discovered in drug sold at retailers such as Wal-Mart, CVS, Costco
Antibiotic treats overgrowth of vaginal bacteria
Many mistakenly believe these products are tested and safe, survey finds
Investigators probe whether animals carried E. coli to produce fields
But it isn't a cure for the dangerous liver infection
Nasal spray suppresses body's immune response
FDA move on drug label unlikely to dim enthusiasm for the medication, experts say
FDA move on drug label unlikely to dim enthusiasm for the medication, experts say
Average survival extended by more than 4 months
Januvia, a member of new class of medicines, enhances release of insulin
Januvia part of a new class of medications
Approved 10 years ago for mild-to-moderate disease
Drug extended survival in people with most common lung cancer
Institute of Medicine report says the agency lacks oversight, independence
Including self injury and aggression
When other remedies fail
For women with premenstrual dysphoric disorder
Drug can slow or stop growing tumors
Oral opioid treats rapid-onset 'breakthrough' pain
Epilepsy drug gets broader approval
Risk of blood clots in legs, lungs prompts label change for Ortho Evra patch
Immune-compromised are most at risk
Its heart-threatening effects emerge early and rise with dosage, research shows
No one has been harmed by tainted blood, the agency stressed
It's meant for patients with advanced heart disease who are too ill for transplant
Gestiva most effective before 35th week of pregnancy, researchers say
Gestiva most effective before 35th week of pregnancy, researchers say
Antibiotic widely prescribed for urinary and respiratory infections
Scientists spot mechanism allowing bisphenol-A to concentrate in tumor cells
Some say age restrictions won't limit teen pregnancies; others say contraceptive will boost promiscuity
Prescription for 'morning after' pill still required for younger females
FDA restricts access for those under 18; ruling follows three-year delay
Doctors are divided about yet-to-be-approved ArteFill
To prevent blocked arteries after heart attack
They subtly influence doctors' prescribing patterns, report contends
Already approved to increase bone mass in post-menopausal women
A popular antidepressant
FDA has issued warnings for one in every five devices, study finds