Medications in a class of drugs called bisphosphonates are often used to increase bone density in patients with osteoporosis. they have been found to cause serious side effects in the eyes of some patients. Fosamax and other bisphosphonates used by millions of women to prevent osteoporosis may make it more likely that they will suffer …
Depakote consists of a drug commonly used by individuals in order to prevent seizures and migraines and to restore mood for people suffering from bipolar illnesses. Throughout North America, many people have resorted to this drug, as a solution for their illnesses. But for many people it has caused more harm than good. Depakote, also …
Merck & Co. is proposing another new generation blood thinner, similar to Pradaxa, which appears to also pose an increased risk of serious and potentially life-threatening bleeding events. According to results of a clinical trial presented at a meeting of the American College of Cardiology in Chicago, the proposed blood thinner Vorapaxar does appear to …
The uses for Botox are endless! Or at least that is what it’s manufacturer thinks. It’s no longer just above luscious lips and what not. There are true medical conditions that are benefiting from it’s uses. Now, Allergan is making its next play to inject more value into Botox. The company has said its Botox …
Nowadays, after a heart catherization proves a patient has a clogged artery, it is customary for a stent to be done immediately to prop open up the cartery. They have become the norm here in the United States. But, what if what we have been thinking is the best option, ultimately is not? According to …
A small-to-moderate risk of birth defects has been seen in the prenatal use of nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs), according to a new study. NSAIDs are used by millions for headaches, minor pain, arthritis, lowering fever, and for reducing swelling and include nonprescription aspirin, ibuprofen (Advil, Motrin) and naproxen (Aleve); prescription medications include COX-2 inhibitors such …
As we’ve previously reported, the weight loss industry is on the edge of a break through with the latest obesity drugs that are scheduled to hit the market soon. They will be the first of their kind in over a decade, but they may not be ready just quite yet. The FDA may first require …
The Medicines Company’s supplier, Eagle Pharmaceuticals Inc., has issued a voluntary nationwide recall of all four (4) lots of Argatroban Injection, 50 mg per 50 mL (“Argatroban”) from the market due to a potential for visible particulates, according to a safety alert issued from the U.S. Food & Drug Administration, dated March 23, 2012. Argatroban …
In an update from an older article, in witch AstraZenca sued the FDA over releasing a generic Seroquel, a U.S. judge denied the drugmaker’s request for a preliminary injunction that would delay copycat rivals. As a result, generic copies of the original instant-release form of Seroquel can hit the U.S. market now that AstraZeneca’s patent expired–an event that …
Pharmaceutical companies have slashed their sales rep force by about 30% from a high of 105,000 five years ago, according to industry figures. And as the number of detailers has fallen, so, too, has another hallmark of pharmaceutical marketing: drug samples. According to American Medical News it is no question that doctors have been on …