06/25/2024
Know Which Medication Is Right for Your Seasonal Allergies
The pollen count is sky-high. You’re sneezing, your eyes are itching, and you feel miserable. Seasonal allergies are real diseases that can interfere with your life. The FDA regulates prescription and nonprescription medications that offer allergy relief.…
06/21/2024
Safely Soothing Teething Pain in Infants and Children
Teething is normal for infants and children, but it can be painful. Soothing kids’ gums with medicines containing benzocaine or lidocaine, or homeopathic and other products, might seem like good options. These products can be dangerous to children and can lead to serious injury, and even death.…
06/13/2024
Advisory Committees Give FDA Critical Advice and the Public a Voice
At the FDA, we rely on our many advisory committees to help us make sound decisions based on the best science available. Advisory committees give our own FDA experts outside, independent, and professional advice on various complex scientific, technical, and policy issues.…
05/29/2024
Vaccines, Blood & Biologics
From blood to vaccines, FDA protects and advances the public health by ensuring that biological products are safe, effective, and available to those who need them. Read these Consumer Updates to learn more.…
