FDA Safety Communication on Serious Hypersensitivity Reactions from Topical Acne Products: AttorneyOne Monitor and Keep Consumers Informed
San Diego, CA (PRWEB) July 02, 2014 -- AttorneyOne.com, a recognized authority on law, update the website daily regarding all the latest information from the FDA on over-the-counter topical acne products.
The FDA warned on June 25, that specific over-the-counter topical acne products can cause rare but serious, potentially life-threatening, allergic reactions. These products include brands like Ambi, Aveeno, Clean & Clear, MaxClarity, Neutrogena, Oxy, Proactiv and store brands. They are distributed as face scrubs, toners, cleansing pads, solutions, face washes, gels, lotions, and other products.
As the Agency notes, over-the counter topical acne products can cause rare but serious, potentially life-threatening, allergic reactions or severe irritation such as swelling of the eyes, face, lips, or tongue; feeling faint; throat tightness; or difficulty breathing. In this case or if consumers develop itching or hives, they should stop using the product. These symptoms may occur within minutes to a day or longer after product use.
Taking into consideration the latest developments, AttorneyOne.com monitor daily and update the website providing accurate information on all relevant FDA safety alerts. Sean Burke, director of Media Relations at AttorneyOne.com, adds, “We are determined to keep an eye on FDA announcements concerning over-the-counter topical acne products and inform the public. For that reason," he continues, "our focus should squarely fall on investigating these safety alerts and getting the word out.”
The FDA advises, “Before using an OTC topical acne drug product for the first time, apply a small amount to one or two small affected areas for 3 days to make sure you don’t develop any hypersensitivity symptoms.” And the Agency adds, “If no discomfort occurs, follow the directions on the Drug Facts label.”
AttorneyOne.com has further information on over-the-counter topical acne products at the website including latest major drug and medical products law news.
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Sean Burke, Attorney One, http://www.attorneyone.com, +1 (877) 230-7343, [email protected]
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