Egg allergy is actually not a contraindication to vaccination, according to recent changes in guidelines from the American Academy of Allergy Asthma and Immunology (AAAI).
"A contraindication is a clear, well understood and accepted concept in the medical community that says, 'Do not use this device for this purpose, '" Teleflex wrote in a statement to CNN.
Vivus resubmitted its new drug application for Qnexa in October with a contraindication for women of childbearing age, and is studying the impact of the drug in pregnant women and babies.