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Closed Suction Catheter Recall: Avanos Medical, Inc. Removes Ballard Closed Suction Systems Due to Risk of Non-Sterility

Select Ballard Closed Suction Systems lots may not be sterilized, increasing risk of infection, airway injury, prolonged inflammation, sepsis, or death if used.

http://www.fda.gov/medical-devices/medical-device-recalls/closed-suction-catheter-recall-avanos-medical-inc-removes-ballard-closed-suction-systems-due-risk

 
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Infant Breathing System Recall: AirLife/Vyaire Removes Infant Heated Wire Circuits Due to Risk for Inadvertent Adapter Disconnection During Ventilation

AirLife Infant Heated Wire Circuits heat up gas during ventilation. An included adapter may disconnect when the device reaches operating temperature.

http://www.fda.gov/medical-devices/medical-device-recalls/infant-breathing-system-recall-airlifevyaire-removes-infant-heated-wire-circuits-due-risk

 
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Extended-Release Stimulants for ADHD: FDA Drug Safety Communication – FDA Requires Expanded Labeling about Weight Loss Risk in Patients Younger than 6 Years

The FDA is revising the labeling of all extended-release stimulants indicated to treat attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) – including certain formulations of amphetamine and methylphenidate – to warn about the risk of weight loss and other adverse reactions (side effects) in patients yo

http://www.fda.gov/safety/medical-product-safety-information/extended-release-stimulants-adhd-fda-drug-safety-communication-fda-requires-expanded-labeling-about