Overdose with venlafaxine may be associated with a higher risk of fatal outcome compared to overdose with selective serotonin reuptake inhibitor antidepressants, but lower than that seen with tricyclic antidepressants.
Health Canada is warning consumers not to use two vitamin C products: New Roots Herbal Vitamin C8 and Vitazan Professional Vitamin C Advanced Ascorbate because they contain vitamin A instead of vitamin C.
Merck Frosst is introducing a new strength of Fosavance (alendronate sodium/cholecalciferol) that contains a higher amount of cholecalciferol (vitamin D3).
Dr. Robert Ouellet, president of the CMA, today announced the CMA's intention to begin an international fact-finding mission examining ideas for health care reform and renewal in several European countries.
A new section of the Veterans Affairs Canada website reinforces the importance of maintaining good oral health in order to optimize overall health in seniors.
Health Canada is advising consumers and healthcare professionals about the rare, but potentially serious risk to infants when women take codeine-containing products while breastfeeding.
