FDA warns Wyeth over manufacturing plant in Puerto Rico

Posted by Administrator on May 31st, 2006 — in Alesse Top News

The Food and Drug Administration sent Wyeth a warning letter about violations of good manufacturing practices at a plant in Puerto Rico.
The letter, which regulators posted on the agency’s Web site Tuesday, said there were problems in the manufacture of several drugs, including birth control pill Triphasil, hormone replacement Prempro, antidepressant Effexor and over-the-counter pain […]

No more periods. Period

Posted by Administrator on May 31st, 2006 — in Alesse Top News

Through birth control pills and other medications, women may choose to stop having a monthly menstrual cycle.
For young women with a world of choices, even the menstrual period is now optional.
Thanks to birth control pills and other hormonal contraceptives, a growing number of women are taking the path chosen by 22-year-old Stephanie Sardinha.
She hasn’t had […]

Illinois Governor Blagojevich Introduces New Rule To Ensure Women’s Access To Prescription Contraceptives

Posted by Administrator on May 5th, 2006 — in Alesse Top News

Illinois Governor Blagojevich Introduces New Rule To Ensure Women’s Access To Prescription Contraceptives After New Tactic To Deny Women Access To Birth Control Surfaces
Governor’s proposed rule would require pharmacies to post signs letting women know their rights and how to file complaints; Women who think they were lied to about their contraceptive being out of […]