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According to the US FDA guidelines, a recall under Class-III classification would mean the use of such drug may not cause adverse health consequences. (Photo: AFP)

Dr Reddy's Laboratories drug fails tests, recalled

this is the third product recall by Dr Reddy's Labs in 2017 due to quality issues.

21 Oct 2017 4:03 AM IST

The FDA is testing samples of mawa, edible oil and ghee from various sweet shops and eateries.(Representational image)

FDA cracks down on adulterators of sweets

Seizes 2.4 lakh kilos of ingredients worth Rs 4.50 crore ahead of Diwali.

13 Oct 2017 1:25 AM IST

More than 260 genes can cause inherited retinal disorders, affecting 3 million worldwide. (Photo: AP)

Seeing hope: FDA panel considers gene therapy for blindness

More than 260 genes can cause inherited retinal disorders, affecting 3 million worldwide.

10 Oct 2017 5:43 PM IST

The bandage consists of electrically conductive fibres coated in a gel that can be loaded with antibiotics, painkillers, other medications. (Representational Photo: Pixabay)

New smart bandage for better, faster healing

A single bandage could accommodate multiple medications tailored to a specific type of wound.

7 Oct 2017 3:07 PM IST

The FDA also inspected and seized more than 19,000 litres of adulterated oil, ghee and formulated mawa from five entry points in the city.

FDA seizes spurious oil worth Rs 30 lakh

The FDA raided food-manufacturing shops in Dharavi, Kurla, Hay Bunder road and Borivali.

2 Nov 2018 1:57 AM IST

According to the Food Safety Standards Act, hotels and restaurants should see to it that the kitchen conditions, as well as the cleanliness and hygiene of the chefs should be of good standard. (Photo: PTI)

FDA warns Mumbai McDonald's outlet over food hygiene

HardCastle Restaurants, which runs the McDonald's franchise in Southern and Western states said they are looking into...

10 Jan 2018 5:56 PM IST

FDA officers even said that they had received letters from unknown persons claiming that consuming roadside food had led to stomach upset.

Roadside food sellers to be trained in hygiene

FDA took this step after getting feedback about many people suffering from diarrhoea and abdominal pain.

27 Feb 2018 2:04 AM IST

The demand for organic colours for the multicoloured festival has been growing.

FDA to examine colours before Holi

Warns people about effects of harmful chemicals.

27 Feb 2018 1:19 AM IST

The accused with the seized Gutka machine.

Gutka unit found in residential bldg

The owner of the illegally running gutka packaging unit was arrested.

6 Feb 2018 2:31 AM IST

The Kasa police, which had received a tip-off about the smuggling activity, laid a trap and intercepted the vehicle near Charoti toll plaza. (Representational Image)

Gutka, illicit booze worth Rs 9.9Lakh seized

The police has registered a case as per provisions of the Food Adulteration Act.

20 July 2018 6:41 AM IST

he World Health Organisation (WHO) describes antibiotics as medicines used to prevent and treat bacterial infections.

DHS warns against use of Ranitidine

Ranitidine is a medicine prescribed for treating stomach ulcers and gastric problems.

3 Oct 2019 1:56 AM IST

The court has asked the state and the Centre not to take coercive measures against cosmetic cos till July

FDA seizes cosmetics worth Rs 88 lakhs

Food and Drug Administration commissioner Dr Pallavi Darade said that a case will be filed against the manufacturer for...

19 Nov 2019 4:47 AM IST