Subsys
FBI arrested several executives on charges of a national plot to push doctors to unnecessarily prescribe Subsys. In January 2012, the FDA approved a new form of a fentanyl painkiller called Subsys. Instead of putting it on the skin, patients would spray the drug under the tongue. Researchers linked fentanyl drugs like Subsys to hundreds
Read MoreSingulair Suicide Risk
In March 2020, FDA added stronger warnings about the potential psychiatric side effects of Singulair, an asthma and allergy drug. Studies have linked the medication to reports of depression, suicidal behavior, and other mental health risks. About Singulair Singulair (montelukast) is a class of drugs of selective leukotriene receptor antagonists. Patients take an oral pill
Read MoreSSRI Birth Defects
Pregnant women who have taken selective serotonin reuptake inhibitors, or SSRIs, during pregnancy, may be at risk of giving birth to a child with birth defects. To make matters worse, the manufacturers of these drugs are accused of failing to properly warn patients and doctors about these potentially devastating side effects. Popular drugs like Lexapro, Paxil, Celexa, Prozac, and Zoloft have all
Read MoreRoundup
Roundup is being linked to non-Hodgkin’s lymphoma and other cancers Roundup is the most widely used herbicide used to kill weeds infiltrating agricultural crops. It uses the active ingredient called glyphosate, which was first commercialized by Monsanto in 1974. Roundup Dangers Currently, it is estimated that around 185 million pounds are used each year. Because
Read MoreRisperdal, Zyprexa, Seroquel and Abilify Linked to Child Diabetes
Anti-Psychotics Linked to Diabetes in Children The use of anti-psychotic medications by teens and adolescents is tied to more than 3x the risk of developing type 2 diabetes. This is according to new research published in the Journal of the American Medical Association – Psychiatry. Popular Antipsychotics Hurt Children Researchers from the Food and Drug Administration, the May, Clinic and respected universities
Read MoreRisperdal
Risperdal is being linked to serious side effects like gynecomastia, breast development in boys. Risperdal (risperidone), manufactured by Johnson & Johnson’s Janssen Pharmaceuticals, is a powerful second-generation antipsychotic approved for the treatment of schizophrenia, bipolar disorder and autism spectrum disorders in children and adolescents. Facts about Risperdal Approved in 1993, Risperdal is known as
Read MoreProton 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
Read MoreProzac
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.
Read MorePropecia
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
Read MorePristiq
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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