Jan. 18, 2006 — -- For the first time in 25 years, the Food and Drug Administration will change the requirements for the lengthy package inserts that are included with most prescription drugs.

Package inserts for medications will soon have to be available digitally. First health insurance companies are participating.

Many adults take prescription drugs, and usage rates are continually increasing. With approximately 1.3 million emergency department visits in the U.S. caused by adverse drug events each year, patient ...