DLG D-prop-mix 67

17-10-2018

Applicability of in silico tools for the prediction of dermal absorption for pesticides

Published on: Tue, 16 Oct 2018 00:00:00 +0200 Based on the “Human in vitro dermal absorption datasets” published as supporting information to the revised EFSA Guidance on Dermal Absorption, in silico models for prediction of absorption across the skin have been evaluated. For this evaluation, a systematic literature search and review was performed, identifying 288 publications describing mathematical models for prediction of dermal absorption. Eleven models potentially relevant to the regulatory assessm...

Europe - EFSA - European Food Safety Authority Publications

16-10-2018

Modification of the existing maximum residue levels for mepiquat in cotton seeds and animal commodities

Published on: Mon, 15 Oct 2018 00:00:00 +0200 In accordance with Article 6 of Regulation (EC) No 396/2005, the applicant, BASF SE, submitted an application to the competent national authority in Greece to modify the existing maximum residue level (MRL) for the active substance mepiquat in cotton seeds. The data submitted in support of the application were found to be sufficient to derive a MRL proposal for cotton seeds and the previously derived MRL proposals for animal commodities were found to be stil...

Europe - EFSA - European Food Safety Authority Publications

11-10-2018

Wild boar in focus: Review of existing models on spatial distribution and density of wild boar and proposal for next steps

Published on: Wed, 10 Oct 2018 00:00:00 +0200 This report provides a review of existing models for predicting the spatial distribution and abundance of wild boar at various scales (global, continental, national and regional) in order to inform the development of a new model to produce estimates of wild boar abundance at European level. The review identifies and discusses a range of models based on a wide variety of data types, corresponding to those targeted by the data collection model set by ENETwild,...

Europe - EFSA - European Food Safety Authority Publications

10-10-2018

Resources for Animal Food Producers in Flooded Areas of Gulf Coast

As Hurricane Michael makes landfall along the Florida Gulf Coast, FDA’s Center for Veterinary Medicine reminds those who may be affected by weather events about resources available for animal food producers who may be harvesting, mixing, storing or distributing grains and other foods for animals.

FDA - U.S. Food and Drug Administration

6-10-2018

Modification of the existing maximum residue level for epoxiconazole in beetroots

Published on: Fri, 05 Oct 2018 00:00:00 +0200 In accordance with Article 6 of Regulation (EC) No 396/2005, the applicant Agriculture & Horticulture Development Board submitted a request to the competent national authority in the United Kingdom to modify the existing maximum residue level (MRL) for the active substance epoxiconazole in beetroots. The data submitted in support of the request were found to be sufficient to derive a MRL proposal for beetroots. Adequate analytical methods for enforcement are...

Europe - EFSA - European Food Safety Authority Publications

27-9-2018

Health Canada reminds Canadians not to mix caffeinated drinks with alcohol

September 27, 2018 Ottawa Health Canada

Health Canada

21-9-2018

Modification of the existing maximum residue level for clothianidin in potatoes

Published on: Thu, 20 Sep 2018 00:00:00 +0200 In accordance with Article 6 of Regulation (EC) No 396/2005, the applicant Bayer CropScience AG submitted a request to the competent national authority in Germany to modify the existing maximum residue level (MRL) for the active substance clothianidin to accommodate the use on potatoes imported from Canada. The data submitted in support of the request were found to be sufficient to derive a MRL proposal. Adequate analytical methods for enforcement are availa...

Europe - EFSA - European Food Safety Authority Publications

13-9-2018

Resources for Animal Food Producers in Flooded Areas

FDA’s Center for Veterinary Medicine reminds those who may be affected by Hurricane Florence about resources available for animal food producers who may be harvesting, mixing, storing or distributing grains and other foods for animals.

FDA - U.S. Food and Drug Administration

12-9-2018

Voluntary Recall Notice of Meijer Taco Seasoning Mix 4.5 oz.

McCormick & Company, Inc. is initiating a voluntary recall of Meijer Taco Seasoning Mix 4.5 OZ bottle due to an unlabeled milk allergen

FDA - U.S. Food and Drug Administration

7-9-2018

Camber Pharmaceuticals, Inc. Issues Voluntary Nationwide Recall of Montelukast Tablets USP, 10mg 30Ct. due to Product/Label Mix-Up

Camber Pharmaceuticals, Inc. is voluntarily recalling one single lot of Montelukast Sodium Tablets, USP 10mg, to the consumer level. This recall of one batch of Montelukast Sodium Tablets, USP 10mg, lot# MON17384 Exp. 12/31/2019, was prompted because a complaint of a sealed bottle labeled as Montelukast 10mg 30 ct found to contain 90 tablets of Losartan Potassium Tablets, USP 50mg

FDA - U.S. Food and Drug Administration

1-9-2018

Spodoptera frugiperda partial risk assessment

Published on: Fri, 31 Aug 2018 00:00:00 +0200 EFSA was asked for a partial risk assessment of Spodoptera frugiperda for the territory of the EU focussing on the main pathways for entry, factors affecting establishment, risk reduction options and pest management. As a polyphagous pest, five commodity pathways were examined in detail. Aggregating across these and other pathways, we estimate that tens of thousands to over a million individual larvae could enter the EU annually on host commodities. Instigat...

Europe - EFSA - European Food Safety Authority Publications

29-8-2018

Review of the existing maximum residue levels for sintofen according to Article 12 of Regulation (EC) No 396/2005

Published on: Tue, 28 Aug 2018 00:00:00 +0200 According to Article 12 of Regulation (EC) No 396/2005, EFSA has reviewed the maximum residue levels (MRLs) currently established at European level for the pesticide active substance sintofen. To assess the occurrence of sintofen residues in plants, processed commodities, rotational crops and livestock, EFSA considered the conclusions derived in the framework of Commission Regulation (EC) No 33/2008, as well as the European authorisations reported by Member ...

Europe - EFSA - European Food Safety Authority Publications

29-8-2018

Protocol for the scientific opinion on the Tolerable Upper Intake Level of dietary sugars

Published on: Fri, 10 Aug 2018 00:00:00 +0200 In June 2016, EFSA received a mandate from the national food competent authorities of five European countries (Denmark, Finland, Iceland, Norway and Sweden) to provide a dietary reference value (DRV) for sugars, with particular attention to added sugars. A draft protocol was developed with the aim of defining as much as possible beforehand the strategy that will be applied for collecting data, appraising the relevant evidence, and analysing and integrating t...

Europe - EFSA - European Food Safety Authority Publications

28-8-2018

Accord Healthcare Inc. Issues Voluntary Nationwide Recall of Hydrochlorothiazide Tablets USP 12.5 Mg Due to Labeling Mix-up

A 100 count bottle of Hydrochlorothiazide Tablets USP 12.5 mg has been found to contain 100 Spironolactone Tablets USP 25 mg. Since the individual lot, PW05264, of the product is involved in a potential mix-up of labeling, Accord is recalling this individual lot from the market.

FDA - U.S. Food and Drug Administration

14-8-2018

Scientific guideline: Procedure for the review and revision of European Union herbal monographs and European Union list entries - Revision 2, adopted

The purpose of this procedure is to enable a consistent and proportionate process in reviewing and revising all European Union herbal monographs and European Union list entries adopted by the HMPC. The aim of this document is to describe how to identify the criteria/reasons that trigger the revision of European Union herbal monographs and list entries and the associated procedure and timelines for both the review and the revision.

Europe - EFSA - European Food Safety Authority EFSA Journal

9-8-2018

Vita-Mix Corporation recalls Ascent and Venturist Series 8-ounce and 20-ounce Blending Containers

The container can separate from the blade base exposing the blades, posing a laceration hazard to consumers.

Health Canada

1-8-2018

Unauthorized skin creams and lotions sold at various retailers in Quebec may pose serious health risks

Health Canada seized eight unauthorized skin lotions and creams from Ayotai Canada because they are labelled to contain a prescription drug (clobetasol propionate or betamethasone dipropionate). The unauthorized lotions and creams were distributed by Ayotai and sold by various retailers in Quebec.

Health Canada

26-7-2018

Human medicines European public assessment report (EPAR): Humira, adalimumab, Revision: 67, Authorised

Europe - EMA - European Medicines Agency

25-7-2018

Pollen allergies and food supplements: ANSES reminds consumers of the precautions to be taken

Cases of allergies associated with the consumption of food supplements are regularly reported to ANSES under its nutrivigilance scheme. Recently, severe allergies following the consumption of food supplements containing hive products (royal jelly, propolis) and pollen have been reported. ANSES reminds consumers that people who are allergic to pollen can potentially be at risk from allergies when consuming foods and food supplements containing products of the beehive.

France - Agence Nationale du Médicament Vétérinaire

14-7-2018

FDA Investigates Multistate Outbreak of Cyclospora Illnesses Linked to Fresh Express Salad Mix Served at McDonald’s

The FDA confirms the presence of Cyclospora in Fresh Express salad mix through new laboratory method; Fresh Express recalls expired products containing romaine lettuce.

FDA - U.S. Food and Drug Administration

21-6-2018

Now Health Group Inc. Recalls Select Now Real Food® Zesty Sprouting Mix Because of Possible Health Risk

NOW Health Group, Inc. (NOW), of Bloomingdale, Illinois, is recalling its NOW Real Food® Zesty Sprouting Mix – Product Code 7271, Lot #3031259 and Lot #3038165 – because its primary ingredient, Crimson Clover Seeds, has the potential to be contaminated with Salmonella, an organism which can cause serious and sometimes fatal infections in young children, frail or elderly people, and others with weakened immune systems. Healthy persons infected with Salmonella often experience fever, diarrhea (which may b...

FDA - U.S. Food and Drug Administration

13-6-2018

Human medicines European public assessment report (EPAR): NovoMix, insulin aspart, Revision: 26, Authorised

Europe - EMA - European Medicines Agency

11-6-2018

Human medicines European public assessment report (EPAR): Mixtard, insulin human (rDNA), Revision: 17, Authorised

Europe - EMA - European Medicines Agency

9-6-2018

Caito Foods, LLC Voluntarily Recalls Fresh Cut Melon Products Because of Possible Health Risk

Caito Foods is voluntarily recalling fresh cut watermelon, honeydew melon, cantaloupe and fresh-cut mixed fruit containing one of these melons, produced at the Caito Foods facility in Indianapolis, because these products have the potential to be contaminated with Salmonella.

FDA - U.S. Food and Drug Administration

31-5-2018

Fluticasone Propionate Nasal Spray by Apotex Corp: Recall - Due to Potential for Small Glass Particles

The glass particles could block the actuator and impact the functionality of the pump and expose patients to the glass particles.

FDA - U.S. Food and Drug Administration

31-5-2018

Apotex Corp. Issues Voluntary Nationwide Recall of Fluticasone Propionate Nasal Spray USP 50 mcg Per Spray 120 Metered Sprays Due to Potential for Small Glass Particles

Apotex Corp. is voluntarily recalling one (1) lot of Fluticasone Propionate Nasal Spray, USP, 50 mcg per spray, 120 Metered Sprays, to the consumer level. The Fluticasone Propionate Nasal Spray USP 50 mcg per spray 120 Metered Sprays has been found to contain small glass particles. The glass particles could block the actuator and impact the functionality of the pump. The issue was discovered through a customer complaint.

FDA - U.S. Food and Drug Administration

19-5-2018

Century Snacks LLC Issues Allergy Alert On Undeclared Milk, Soy, Wheat and Cashews in Snak Club Family Size Tropical Trail Mix

Century Snacks of Commerce, CA, is recalling certain 16 OZ. bags of Tropical Trail Mix because they may contain milk, soy, wheat and cashew allergens and this is not declared on the package. Individuals who have an allergy or severe sensitivity to milk, soy, wheat or cashews run the risk of serious or life-threatening allergic reaction if they consume these products

FDA - U.S. Food and Drug Administration

19-5-2018

Hickory Harvest Recalls Certain Island Fruit Mix and Organic Nut Mix Products Because of Possible Health Risk

Hickory Harvest Foods of Akron, Ohio is voluntarily recalling specific lots due to the potential exposure to Listeria monocytogenes. Listeria monocytogenes, an organism which can cause serious and sometimes fatal infections in young children, frail or elderly people, pregnant women, and others with weakened immune systems. Healthy individuals may experience short-term symptoms such as high fever, severe headache, stiffness, nausea, abdominal pain, and diarrhea. Listeria infection can also cause miscarr...

FDA - U.S. Food and Drug Administration

3-5-2018

Orphan designation: (1'R,6'R)-3-(benzylamine)-6-hydroxy-3'-methyl-4-pentyl-6'-(prop-1-en-2-yl)-[1,1'-bi(cyclohexane)]-2',3,6-triene-2,5-dione, for the: Treatment of systemic sclerosis

Europe - EMA - European Medicines Agency

2-5-2018

Human medicines European public assessment report (EPAR): Velphoro, mixture of polynuclear iron(III)-oxyhydroxide, sucrose and starches, Revision: 5, Authorised

Europe - EMA - European Medicines Agency

27-4-2018

Ethnic Foods Inc. Issues Allergy Alert on Undeclared Peanuts in “Bhavnagri Mix”

Ethnic Foods Inc. of 76 South Bayles Avenue, Port Washington, NY 11050, is recalling its 19 ounce package of Bhavnagri Mix snack mix because they may contain undeclared peanuts. People who have allergies to peanuts run the risk of serious or life-threatening allergic reaction if they consume these products.

FDA - U.S. Food and Drug Administration

3-6-2014

Regulation on clinical trials on medicinal products adopted

The European Commission's proposal for new European legislation on clinical trials of medicinal products was adopted in early 2014. The objective is to promote the number of clinical trials in the EU.

Danish Medicines Agency

19-9-2018

Reminder: #FDA site visit proposal solicitation period for the 2018 Experiential Learning Program is currently OPEN through Wednesday, 9/26/18 @ 12 pm EST. Click the link to find more about the program & to submit your application https://go.usa.gov/x

Reminder: #FDA site visit proposal solicitation period for the 2018 Experiential Learning Program is currently OPEN through Wednesday, 9/26/18 @ 12 pm EST. Click the link to find more about the program & to submit your application https://go.usa.gov/xPrum  #MedicalDevice pic.twitter.com/FN1mNN65dD

FDA - U.S. Food and Drug Administration

13-9-2018

Propofol: CMDh scientific conclusions and grounds for variation, amendments to the product information and timetable for the implementation - PSUSA/00002555/201711

Europe - EMA - European Medicines Agency

13-9-2018

Propofol: List of nationally authorised medicinal products - PSUSA/00002555/201711

Europe - EMA - European Medicines Agency

12-9-2018

The FDA site visit proposal solicitation period for the 2018 Experiential Learning Program is currently OPEN through Wednesday, September 26th 2018 12 pm EST. Click the link to find more about the program & to submit your application https://go.usa.gov/x

The FDA site visit proposal solicitation period for the 2018 Experiential Learning Program is currently OPEN through Wednesday, September 26th 2018 12 pm EST. Click the link to find more about the program & to submit your application https://go.usa.gov/xPrum  #FDA #MedicalDevice pic.twitter.com/Kyo5z44Os4

FDA - U.S. Food and Drug Administration

5-9-2018

The FDA's site visit proposal solicitation period for the 2018 Experiential Learning Program is currently OPEN through Wednesday, September 26th 2018 at 12 pm EST. Click the link to find more about the program and to submit your application: https://go.u

The FDA's site visit proposal solicitation period for the 2018 Experiential Learning Program is currently OPEN through Wednesday, September 26th 2018 at 12 pm EST. Click the link to find more about the program and to submit your application: https://go.usa.gov/xPcpn  #MedicalDevice

FDA - U.S. Food and Drug Administration

10-8-2018

CANCIDAS (Merck Sharp and Dohme B.V.)

CANCIDAS (Active substance: caspofungin) - Centralised - Transfer Marketing Authorisation Holder - Commission Decision (2018)5517 of Fri, 10 Aug 2018 European Medicines Agency (EMA) procedure number: EMEA/H/C/379/T/67

Europe -DG Health and Food Safety

6-8-2018

Cetrotide (Merck Europe B.V.)

Cetrotide (Active substance: Cetrorelix (as acetate)) - Centralised - Transfer Marketing Authorisation Holder - Commission Decision (2018)5373 of Mon, 06 Aug 2018 European Medicines Agency (EMA) procedure number: EMEA/H/C/233/T/67

Europe -DG Health and Food Safety

4-7-2018

Proposal for a new Australian Cell & Tissue Name (ACN) application form

Proposal form for a new Australian Cell and Tissue Name (ACN)

Therapeutic Goods Administration - Australia

27-6-2018

Copalia HCT (Novartis Europharm Limited)

Copalia HCT (Active substance: amlodipine besylate / valsartan / hydrochlorothiazide) - Centralised - Transfer Marketing Authorisation Holder - Commission Decision (2018)4082 of Wed, 27 Jun 2018 European Medicines Agency (EMA) procedure number: EMEA/H/C/1159/T/67

Europe -DG Health and Food Safety

11-6-2018

Harvoni (Gilead Sciences Ireland UC)

Harvoni (Active substance: ledipasvir/sofosbuvir) - Centralised - Transfer Marketing Authorisation Holder - Commission Decision (2018)3759 of Mon, 11 Jun 2018 European Medicines Agency (EMA) procedure number: EMEA/H/C/3850/T/67

Europe -DG Health and Food Safety

21-5-2018

Submissions received: Proposal to change the medicine GMP fees and charges

Outcome of the TGA's public consultation on proposed Medicine GMP fees and charges published

Therapeutic Goods Administration - Australia