Clomid
Research shows that babies born to mothers who took the fertility drug Clomid during pregnancy are more likely to develop serious birth defects. About Clomid Clomid, manufactured by Sanofi-Avantis, was initially approved by the FDA in February of 1967. Clomid is a fertility drug used by women who do not produce ova (eggs) but wish
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Research shows that babies born to mothers who took certain antidepressants, such as Celexa, during pregnancy are more likely to develop serious and life-threatening birth defects. About Celexa Celexa (generic: citalopram) belongs to the selective serotonin reuptake inhibitors (SSRIs) drug class and was approved in 1999 to treat major depression. SSRI antidepressants like Celexa
Read MoreBrilinta
Skewed trial data hid the risk of uncontrollable bleeding Brilinta is a medication that keeps blood platelets from clotting to prevent unwanted blood clots that can occur with certain heart or blood vessel conditions. This medication lowers the risk of stroke or serious heart problems after a patient has had a heart attack. Facts
Read MoreByetta
Pancreatic Cancer & Type 2 Diabetes Medications Research has found a causal link from at a number of Type 2 Diabetes medications and pancreatic cancer. These include Byetta, Byudreon, Victoza, Januvia, Janumet, and Tanzeum. About Incretin Medications There are many Type 2 Diabetes incretin medications. Some of the most common ones are Byetta, Byudreon,
Read MoreBelviq
Following the results of a recent safety trial, the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has issued a warning that the weight loss drug lorcaserin (Belviq) may increase the risk of cancer. Therefore, the agency is issuing a Belviq recall. About Belviq According to the CDC, around 40% of Americans are obese. Many seek supplements
Read MoreActemra
Studies have linked the rheumatoid arthritis drug Actemra (tocilizumab injection) to serious side effects including heart failure, stroke, interstitial lung disease, and more than 1,100 deaths. About Actemra In early 2010, the FDA first approved the Roche manufactured drug, Actemra to treat moderate to severe rheumatoid arthritis (RA). The drug works by reducing inflammation
Read MoreActos
Research shows that use of the diabetes drug Actos for more than one year increases the risk of bladder cancer by 40 percent. The Food and Drug Administration (FDA) mandated an Actos label update to reflect the bladder cancer risk in June 2011. This followed a review of a study conducted on 200,000 diabetes patients. The study
Read MoreMirena
The intrauterine contraceptive device (IUD) Mirena has been linked to debilitating and painful injuries women, sometimes requiring emergency surgery. About Mirena The device is associated with the following dangers: Perforation of the uterus or cervix Device migration Infection Pelvic inflammatory disease Infertility Ectopic pregnancy The FDA has received more than 45,000 reports of complications from
Read MoreNursing Home Abuse
Research by the National Center on Elder Abuse found that 44% of nursing home residents are abused, and 95% said they were a victim of, or witnessed neglect. Elder abuse, also known as nursing home abuse, is often reported late — or not at all — making it hard to know how many victims are
Read MoreWorker’s Compensation
Anyone can get hurt on a job. This could be at a factory, at a desk or in the field. Worker’s compensation is supposed to help with medical bills and other expenses paid by the employer. However, a claim doesn’t always get approved. Sometimes insurance companies or employers deny and/or minimize the benefits paid out
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