Two studies have found that Avandia (rosiglitazone) creates a risk of heart attacks and strokes. The studies have shown a significant increase in the risk for heart failure, stroke and even death. One study has found that Avandia raises the risk of heart attacks by 28-39% compared with other diabetes medications. In response, some lawmakers have called for Avandia to be pulled from the market. If you are looking for a Houston Avandia lawyer , please contact us.
Blood Pressure Drugs Linked to Cancer
Blood pressure medications known as "angiotensin-receptor blockers" may increase the risk of cancer. An analysis of five studies revealed an increase of eleven percent in cancer overall and a twenty-five percent increase for lung cancer. RONI CARYN RABIN, The New York Times 06/22/2010
PediaCare Medications Recalled
Four types of PediaCare medicines have been recalled because they were produced at the same plant as contaminated children's Tylenol. Blacksmith Brands, Inc. the producer of PediaCare, stated that the recall was precautionary only. New lots of the medication should ship from another plant in July.
Jury Awards $15 Million in Botox Case
A jury ordered Allergan Inc., the manufacturer of Botox Cosmetic, to pay $15 million to a patient who suffered botulism poisoning due to the product. The jury ruled against Allergan because their Botox did not have adequate information regarding the side effects of the drug on its warning label. Nolan Clay, NewsOK.com 05/12/2010 If you are looking for a Houston Botox attorney, please contact us .
Liver Injury Warning for Xenical and Alli
The FDA has issued a new warning concerning the popular diet drugs known as Xenical (Orlistat) and Alli. The FDA had received reports of severe liver damage associated with the drugs both in the United States and abroad. Some of the patients died from liver failure and others required liver transplants. If you are looking for a Houston diet drug attorney , please contact us .
The FDA's Actos and bladder cancer warning that Texas patients should know
Actos, a widely used drug to treat Type 2 diabetes, has been confirmed as having a strong link to the occurrence of bladder cancer in some users. Actos has been produced and marketed by the Japanese pharmaceutical company, Takeda, for years.
The FDA's Actos and bladder cancer warning that Texas patients should know
Actos, a widely used drug to treat Type 2 diabetes, has been confirmed as having a strong link to the occurrence of bladder cancer in some users. Actos has been produced and marketed by the Japanese pharmaceutical company, Takeda, for years.
FDA issues most serious recall warning for dialysis products GranuFlo, NaturaLyte
Pharmaceutical product recalls are a serious business in the U.S. these days and they are on the rise, as companies flood the consumer market with products that have not been sufficiently tested for dangerous side effects. This applies to products that are supposed to improve our health.
FDA issues most serious recall warning for dialysis products GranuFlo, NaturaLyte
Pharmaceutical product recalls are a serious business in the U.S. these days and they are on the rise, as companies flood the consumer market with products that have not been sufficiently tested for dangerous side effects. This applies to products that are supposed to improve our health.
Infant Tylenol Recalled Due to Dosage and Syringe issues
Quality control really has plagued Johnson & Johnson lately, and their latest recall involves Infant Tylenol. The company said that it is recalling 574,000 bottles of grape-flavored, liquid Infants' Tylenol from stores nationwide.
