MedWatch: The FDA Safety Information and Adverse Event Reporting Program

Abstract

The MedWatch adverse event and reporting system allows anyone to report to the FDA injuries and/or deaths caused by medical products. Submitting a report is easy for the average user and only an Internet connection is required. Additionally, the MedWatch information service provides comprehensive, current information on drug alerts, recalls, and labeling changes and offers a variety of delivery methods including RSS, email, and a Current News section on the Website, which is updated regularly.