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FDA Issues New Warning for Opioid Painkillers for Children

FDA strengthens warnings on opioids for childrenThe New York Times reports that the FDA has strengthened its warnings for opioid medications for children. Specifically, they advise that those 12 and younger are not to take codeine, while those 18 and younger should not take tramadol after certain types of surgery. In addition, nursing mothers are advised to avoid both drugs because they could impact breastfeeding.

As the strongest type of warning levied ...

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