Womens HealthInfo Center

Approved: Saliva-Based COVID-19 Test
The US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has issued an emergency use authorization (EUA) for a saliva test for SARS-CoV-2, the virus that causes COVID-19 infection.
New Pain Rx Gets FDA Go-Ahead
The US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has approved a new pain medication to be used in hospitals.
COVID-19 Update: 8/18/20
The number of coronavirus cases continues to rise in the United States.
Multi-Condition Nasal Spray Recalled
All lots of Ferring Pharmaceuticals' multi-condition nasal spray are being recalled.
New Seizure Rx Gets FDA Go-Ahead
The US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has approved a new indication for a drug that is derived from the Cannabis sativa plant.
Nasal Spray for Depression Gets New Approved Use
Spravato (esketamine) is considered the first big advancement in depression treatment since the approval of Prozac — and it just got approved for a new use.
FDA Expands List of Dangerous Hand Sanitizers
The US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) continues to find issues with certain hand sanitizer products.
Approved: New Kind of COVID-19 Test
The US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has authorized two new COVID-19 tests.
Companies Under Fire for Illegal Hangover Products
The US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has issued warning letters to seven companies that were selling illegal hangover products.
New COVID-19 Test Gets Green Light
The US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has issued an emergency use authorization (EUA) for a new COVID-19 diagnostic test that can test people who are not showing symptoms.