FDA warns of dangers of codeine and tramadol for children and breast-feeding mothers

The Food and Drug Administration on Thursday warned parents against giving their children prescription medicines with codeine and tramadol, saying the drugs could lead to severe breathing problems and death. The agency said it would require manufacturers to make label changes to warn that the drugs shouldn't be used for anyone under 12 and should […]Related:A rare tick-borne disease infected a baby, the first case in a new stateAntidepressants not as harmful during pregnancy as previously thought, a new study showsA protein from human umbilical cords revitalizes memory — at least in mice
Source: Washington Post: To Your Health - Category: Consumer Health News Source Type: news