Proton Pump Inhibitors – PPIs
Proton pump inhibitors (PPIs) are medicines that work by reducing the amount of stomach acid made by glands in the lining of the stomach. Many use PPIs to prevent Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD), to heal inflammation of the esophagus, and to prevent complications until the esophagus is healed. However, the warning label says that PPIs
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Multiple studies have indicated that babies born to mothers who took certain antidepressants, such as Prozac, during pregnancy are more likely to develop serious and potentially fatal birth defects. About Prozac Prozac (generic: fluoxetine) belongs to a class of drugs called selective serotonin reuptake inhibitors (SSRIs) and was approved in 1987 to treat major depression.
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Propecia may lead to increased risk of high-grade prostate cancer, as well as sexual issues including erectile dysfunction. Propecia is a 5-alpha reductase inhibitor (5-ARI) drug that is used to treat male pattern hair loss. Often this hair loss results in a receding hairline and/or balding on the top of the head. Propecia is also
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Research shows that mothers who take certain anti-depressants, such as Pristiq, during pregnancy increase the risk of their baby being born with a serious birth defect. About Pristiq Pristiq (generic: desvenlafaxine) is an antidepressant that belongs to a category of drugs called selective serotonin and norepinephrine reuptake inhibitors (SNRIs). Approved for use by the FDA
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Research indicates that the risk of serious birth defects increases for babies whose mothers took certain anti-depressants, such as Zoloft, during pregnancy. Zoloft Dangers Zoloft (generic: sertraline) belongs to the selective serotonin reuptake inhibitors (SSRIs) drug class. Manufactured by Pfizer, Zoloft was approved by the FDA in 1991 to treat major depression. By 2007, Zoloft
Read MorePrilosec OTC
Prilosec, also known generically as omeprazole, is a delayed-release drug designed to block tiny stomach pumps from producing acid. Prilosec’s manufacturer, AstraZeneca introduced the medication in 1989. It was the first prescription proton pump inhibitor. Then, in 2003 it became the first of its kind available over the counter in the form of Prilosec OTC.
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Prevacid and other PPI drugs are used to treat acid reflux, GERD, peptic ulcer disease, and many different digestive health issues. Some people take Prevacid daily and consider it to be safe. However, studies link long-term use can lead to kidney damage and other severe health problems. About Prevacid Prevacid is an acid-reducing drug
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Research shows that babies born to mothers who took certain antidepressants, such as Paxil, during pregnancy are more likely to develop serious birth defects. About Paxil Paxil (generic: paroxetine) is an antidepressant that belongs to a category of drugs called selective serotonin reuptake inhibitors (SSRIs). Manufactured by GlaxoSmithKline, Paxil was approved by the FDA
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Research shows that babies whose mothers took certain opioid painkillers, such as oxycodone, while pregnant are more likely to develop serious birth defects. About Oxycodone Oxycodone is an opioid painkiller that is used to treat moderate to severe pain. Opioid painkillers, such as oxycodone, have been linked to many serious and life-threatening congenital defects,
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Zyprexa leads to DRESS, FDA Warns First approved in 1996, manufacturer Eli Lilly’s Zyprexa is used as an antipsychotic medicine to treat mental health disorders schizophrenia and bipolar disorder. It can decrease hallucinations along with other psychotic symptoms such as disorganized thinking. Facts about Zyprexa The FDA just issued an another warning for a drug that
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