Press Release: Start of review of codeine-containing medicines when used for cough and cold in children

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Series Details 11.04.14
Publication Date 11/04/2014
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The European Medicines Agency in Apri 2014 started a review of codeine-containing medicines when used for cough and cold in children (aged below 18 years). This follows a previous review of these medicines when used for pain relief in children, which was triggered by concerns over the risk of morphine toxicity.

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ESO: Background information: Press Release: Meeting highlights from the Pharmacovigilance Risk Assessment Committee (PRAC) 7-10 April 2014 http://www.europeansources.info/record/press-release-meeting-highlights-from-the-pharmacovigilance-risk-assessment-committee-prac-7-10-april-2014/

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