While edetate disodium is being evaluated, facilities should consider whether to stock both edetate disodium and edetate calcium disodium. Medscape Medical News
A computerized physician order entry (CPOE) system reduces the number of variances from normal administration of medication in a neonatal intensive care unit (NICU), according to a report in the January issue of Pediatrics. Reuters Health Information
MAP Pharmaceuticals said it reached an agreement with the U.S. Food and Drug Administration on the protocol for the first late-stage clinical trial of its migraine treatment, MAP0004. Reuters Health Information
Stereotaxis Inc said the U.S. health regulators approved its partnered magnetic irrigated catheter for treatment of complex arrhythmias, or irregular heartbeat. Reuters Health Information
U.S. regulators cleared a new genetic test on Monday that helps predict tumor recurrence and long-term survival in breast cancer patients with higher risk of recurrence. Reuters Health Information
A U.S. regulatory review of a drug to treat post-operative ileus (POI) found that the subsequent MI rate was similar to that seen with placebo, but the investigators said no conclusion could be drawn because of limited patient follow-up. Reuters Health Information
Over-the-counter cough and cold products have not been shown to be safe or effective in children younger than age 2 years, the agency says. Medscape Medical News
The Vatican on Friday condemned the cloning of human embryos, calling it the "worst type of exploitation of the human being". Reuters Health Information
