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Number of mandatory adverse event reports from the dietary supplement industry entered into CAERS in the month
Dictionary: FDA’s Center for Food Safety and Applied Nutrition Adverse Event Reporting System (CAERS) captures data on adverse events and product complaints reported about food, dietary supplements or cosmetics. These reports come from consumers, health professionals, the industry or others. Information from reports on adverse events experienced by individuals aids FDA in detecting problems with the safety of these products.
Fiscal Year - 2010
| Time | Target | Number |
|---|---|---|
| Oct 2009 | N/A | 84 |
| Nov 2009 | N/A | 40 |
| Dec 2009 | N/A | 48 |
| Jan 2010 | N/A | 60 |
| Feb 2010 | N/A | 69 |
| Mar 2010 | N/A | 90 |
| Apr 2010 | N/A | 77 |
| May 2010 | N/A | 103 |
| Jun 2010 | N/A | 76 |
| Jul 2010 | N/A | 76 |
| Aug 2010 | N/A | 69 |
| Sep 2010 | N/A | 38 |
FY 2010 Total: 830
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