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Warning of counterfeit ivermectin tablets sold via social media

Sciensano

Investigations show that these counterfeit ivermectin tablets are systematically underdosed or seriously contaminated with bacteria. In 2021, a total of 12 529 counterfeit ivermectin tablets originating from postal packages were seized. These tablets are regularly found in postal packages to this day.

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More Dangerous Mouthwashes and Hand Sanitizers Recalled

The Pharma Data

30, 2020 — A hand sanitizer has been recalled because it may contain methanol, a toxic chemical known as wood alcohol, according to the U.S. Using the contaminated mouthwash can result in “oral and, potentially, systemic infections requiring antibacterial therapy. WEDNESDAY, Dec. Food and Drug Administration.

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Health Highlights: Dec. 30, 2020

The Pharma Data

Adding to the list of sketchy hand sanitizers and mouthwashes, a hand sanitizer has been recalled because it may contain methanol, a toxic chemical known as wood alcohol, CBS News reported Tuesday. Using the contaminated mouthwash can result in “oral and, potentially, systemic infections requiring antibacterial therapy.

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Top 15 Diabetes Drugs in 2023 by 2022 Sales Statistics

XTalks

In 2022, Januvia was flagged for nitrosamine contamination , a potential carcinogen commonly produced as a byproduct during drug manufacturing. for a 2-pen package (0.6 & 1.2 for a 3-pen package (1.8 for a pack of three pens, each containing 1.5 While sales remain strong, they have been on the decline.

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COVID-19 Pandemic Coverage

XTalks

“Vaccine Nationalism” Could Prove the Undoing of COVID-19 Containment. trillion) agreement reached in late July between leaders of the 27 countries in the European Union, a truly historic stimulus package designed to rescue flailing economies from COVID-19. And stimulus packages continue.