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About the Author: I live in San Diego, CA. I like to write articles about defective drugs, products and other health topics.
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02.08.11 | Comments Off on Mesothelioma Linked to Asbestos Exposure
Mesothelioma is a rare and incurable cancer disease that affects the lungs and the surrounding tissue called the pleura. Other areas of the body that may be affected include the lower abdomen, and the pericardium (a sac that encompasses the heart). There is only one known cause of mesothelioma, exposure to asbestos. Over the years […]
02.08.11 | Comments Off on FDA says Yasmin Marketing Material Must Change
FDA says makers of Yasmin must change all promotional material in accordance to the FDA mandated label change. Marketing material must include information on the risk of thromboembolism in women using Yasmin compared to contraceptives using other progestins. Here is the actual text of the FDA letter: This “Prior Approval” supplemental new drug application provides […]
02.08.11 | Comments Off on Avandia Drug Information
FDA scientist has declared that the diabetes drug Avandia should be pulled from the market due to heart risks. Dr. David Graham in a slide presentation illustrated that Avandia is no more effective in treating diabetes then other medications currently available on the market. Because of the known heart risks from taking Avandia he recommends […]
02.08.11 | Comments Off on The Dangers of Accutane – Crohn’s Disease
Historically Accutane came about after scientists looked at the power of vitamin A in the treatment of severe nodular acne. Accutane is the brand name product from the drug manufacturer Hoffmann – La Roche. Accutane is derived and is a form of vitamin A and has been shown to reduce the amount of oil that […]
02.08.11 | Comments Off on Important Information About Fosamax
What is Fosamax? Fosamax is a bisphosphonate drug that has been used to treat osteoporosis (often in postmenopausal women) as well as other bone diseases, such as Paget’s disease. Both males and females have been prescribed Fosamax in an effort to slow down the deterioration of bones, though those who are pregnant or under 18 […]