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MHRA guidance and publications about a possible no-deal Brexit
Information about the regulation of medicines and medical devices if there is a no-deal Brexit.
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Ranitidine – MHRA drug alert issued for Teva UK recall
Teva UK Ltd is recalling unexpired stock of certain batches of 2 types of Ranitidine medicines used to treat conditions such as heartburn and stomach ulcers.
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Emerade pens – patients reminded to carry 2 pens at all times
Patients who carry Emerade auto-injector pens for the emergency treatment of severe acute allergic reactions (anaphylaxis) to foods, medicines or insect stings are being reminded of existing advice to carry 2, in-date pens with them - at all times.
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Update on the licensing status of Avastin when intended for intravitreal administration
MHRA draws a distinction between regulatory function and clinical use of products.
Press release
MHRA and the Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation to look at the safer, effective use of medicines during pregnancy
MHRA and the Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation have begun new research on medicine use which could impact the health of pregnant women around the world.
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HRT users to discuss risks and benefits at next appointment as new study highlights persistent risk of breast cancer
Women who are current or past users of hormone replacement therapy (HRT) to treat symptoms of the menopause are reminded to be vigilant for signs of breast cancer, even after stopping HRT.
Latest from the Medicines and Healthcare products Regulatory Agency
- Ingenol mebutate gel (Picato▼): increased incidence of skin tumours seen in some clinical studies
- Nivolumab (Opdivo): reports of cytomegalovirus (CMV) gastrointestinal infection or reactivation
- Prescribing medicines in renal impairment: using the appropriate estimate of renal function to avoid the risk of adverse drug reactions
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The Medicines and Healthcare products Regulatory Agency regulates medicines, medical devices and blood components for transfusion in the UK.
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10 South Colonnade
London
E14 4PU
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020 3080 6000
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