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Banzel Approved for Lennox-Gastaut Syndrome
A severe form of epilepsy

FDA Approves New Drug for Severe Epilepsy
Trials showed Banzel proved effective against Lennox-Gastaut syndrome

Cancer Drug Ups Risk of Clots in Veins
Those on Avastin faced 33% increased risk of dangerous side effect

Wrinkle Fillers Need Better Label Warnings: FDA Panel
Reports of allergic reactions, other problems have surfaced with these products, experts say

Early Onset Approved for ADHD Drug
30-minute onset of action for Focalin XR

High Temps Degrade Contact Lens Solution: Study
ReNu with MoistureLoc was tied to eye infection outbreak in U.S.

Testosterone Patch Restores Libido in Postmenopausal Women
But, the male hormone therapy may cause unwanted hair growth, study finds

Study Sheds Light on Painkillers’ Heart Risk
Cox-2 drugs, like Celebrex, less safe than Cox-1 drugs, like naproxen, study says

FDA Faulted for Stance on Chemical in Plastics
BPA widely used in baby bottles, food containers; has been linked to diabetes, heart disease

FDA Warns of Dangers of Mexican Vanilla
Agency says it contains coumarin, which is related to ingredient in blood thinners

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