Warning label increased to prevent arthritis drug injury
Due to an increased risk of cancer, the Food and Drug Administration added stronger warning labels to a group of drugs used to treat arthritis, according to The Associated Press. Read More The post...
View ArticleFDA says highest available dose of Zocor may cause muscle damage
If you take a high dose of Zocor, 80 mg., then you should talk to your doctor about this… The AP (3/19) reported that the FDA “said Friday the highest available dose of Zocor [simvastatin]…can cause...
View ArticleLATimes examines suspected risks of bisphosphonates
If you take drugs for osteoporosis, read this… The Los Angeles Times (3/22, Adams) reports, “Long-term use of osteoporosis drugs seems to change bones in a way that could lead to unusual leg fractures,...
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Avandia Restricted
If you have Diabetes or know someone who has the disease, you’ll want to read this announcement about Avandia. The New York Times reported that in a highly unusual coordinated announcement, drug...
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Osteoporosis Drugs to Carry Warning Label
Osteoporosis drugs like Fosamax and Boniva have been linked to increased risk of fractures in the thigh bone,” according to the FDA. Now, drug companies are being required to warn customers with new...
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Epilepsy drug taken during pregnancy may increase risk for spina bifida
HealthDay (12/3, Reinberg) reported, “Pregnant women with epilepsy who are taking carbamazepine (Tegretol) to control seizures may be at a slightly increased risk of having an infant with spina bifida,...
View ArticleJohnson & Johnson Settles Five Philadelphia Drug Injury Lawsuits
October 18, 2012 In the Philadelphia Court of Common Pleas earlier this week, settlements were reached in five drug injury lawsuits brought against drug manufacturer, Johnson & Johnson (J&J)....
View ArticleFDA Issues Recall On Three Lots Of Hydrocodone and Acetaminophen Tablets
February 14, 2013 The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) along with drug manufacturers, Qualitest Pharmaceuticals and Mylan Institutional, has announced the recall of several lots of hydrocodone...
View ArticleWhat are the Differences Between Generic and Brand Name Drug Injury Claims?
October 3, 2013 When a person is seriously harmed by a medication they are prescribed by a doctor, they may have a right to file a claim for both punitive and compensatory damages. The Philadelphia...
View ArticleGeneric Keppra Anticonvulsant Drug Dangers
As Americans, we often have a choice between using brand name or generic medications. While the latter can be a great way to save money on your prescriptions, it may also put you at risk of suffering a...
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