Anavip Approval Expanded to Include Copperhead, Cottonmouth/Water Moccasin Envenomations
Anavip contains venom-specific F(ab’)2 fragments of immunoglobulin G that bind and neutralize venom toxins.
Poisoning
Shortage of Lead Poisoning Treatment Announced
Chemet is an orally active, heavy metal chelating agent indicated for the treatment of lead poisoning in pediatric patients.
CDC: ~20% of US Adults Currently Use Tobacco Products
Prevalence of use higher for men, adults aged ≤65 years, uninsured, those with disability or limitation
2012 to 2018 Saw Substantial Rise in Naloxone Dispensing
Regional variation in naloxone dispensing considerable; rates lowest in most rural counties.
FDA: Opioid Med Labels Will Include More Info on Appropriate Tapering in Physically Dependent Patients
The Food and Drug Administration is requiring labeling changes for all opioid analgesics used in the outpatient setting, to provide additional guidance on safe opioid tapering.
FDA Updates REMS for Transmucosal Immediate-Release Fentanyl Products
The Food and Drug Administration has announced that the Risk Evaluation and Mitigation Strategy (REMS) for transmucosal immediate-release fentanyl (TIRF) medications has been updated to better ensure the safe use of these products.
FDA Clears ClearMate Device to Treat Carbon Monoxide Poisoning
The FDA has granted marketing clearance for ClearMate (Thornhill Research), a device intended for use in an emergency room (ER) setting to help treat patients with carbon monoxide poisoning.
Kratom Exposure in the US Linked to Serious Medical Outcomes
From 2011 to 2017 the number of kratom related calls to US Poison Control Centers went from about 1 a month to 2 a day; the finding comes from an analysis of the National Poison Data System.
E-Cigs vs Nicotine Replacement Tx: Which Is More Effective for Smoking Cessation?
One-year abstinence higher with e-cigarettes than other nicotine replacement products
FDA Receives an ‘F’ in Tobacco Prevention Report Card
The US Food and Drug Administration was given an “F” in a new American Lung Association report card evaluating tobacco prevention programs.
