Acetaminophen Dose Labeling, More Sunscreen Information Needed, House Appropriators Tell FDA
Executive Summary
Appropriators are "concerned that the lack of dosing information" on OTC drugs for children ages six months to 2 years "may lead to dosing errors, adverse events and inadequate treatment of fever and pain.” They also ask USDA about fraud in its National Organic Program.
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