The Food and Drug Administration (FDA) announced that it has received six reports of hemorrhagic or necrotizing pancreatitis in patients taking Byetta since October of 2007. Two of the six patients died. In a press release, the FDA said it is “working with the maker of Byetta” to add “stronger and more prominent warnings” to […]
NEWS: July 24, 2008.
The FDA on Thursday posts an advisory for physicians to conduct genetic testing before prescribing GlaxoSmithKline’s antiretroviral drug abacavir to reduce allergic reactions in people taking the drug. A recommendation to conduct genetic screenings will be included in a black box warning on the drug’s label.
It was noted that any HIV-positive persons […]
July 9, 2008 Update on Gardasil Side Effects.
This is a current list of known side effects from Gardasil Injections.
Seek emergency medical help if you have any signs of a possible allergic reaction: hives; difficulty breathing; swelling of face, lips, tongue, or throat. You may feel faint after receiving this vaccine, especially within the first 15 […]
NEWS: July 8, 2008
Breaking news on the adverse side effects from Gardasil injections.
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention has received 7,802 adverse event reports from the time the Food and Drug Administration approved its use two years ago.
Women between the ages of 9 and 26 years old have blamed the vaccine for causing […]
NEWS: May 30, 2008
FDA Voluntary Recall Viril-ity Power Tablets (VIP)
International Pharmaceuticals, Ltd. Issues a Voluntary Recall of all Viril-Ity-Power (VIP) Tabs, a Product Marketed as a Dietary Supplement
The product is being recalled because one lot was found to contain a potentially harmful undeclared ingredient, hydroxyhomosildenafil, an analog of sildenafil. Sildenafil is the active ingredient in […]
NEWS: May 22, 2008
The Federal Aviation Administration today banned both pilots and air traffic controllers from using a anti-smoking drug called Chantix, after a medical group warned that the medication had apparently contributed to auto accidents and other mishaps that posed risks to both users and others.
Side effects of Chantix may include:
1. Sjs (Stevens Johnson […]
NEWS May 5, 2008
Heart Medications Recalled – Patients with Renal Failure Need to Take Heed
Heart medications are an essential part of life for millions of people, particularly those who have dealt with heart failure and/or those who suffer from irregular heartbeats. The demand for these medications is at an all-time high, and drug […]
NEWS: February 19, 2008 Bayer Drug Trasylol.
60 Minutes does show on Bayer Drug Trasylol.
A renowned medical researcher estimates that 22,000 patients could have been saved if the Food and Drug Administration removed the heart surgery drug Trasylol two years ago. In a scathing documentary the television show 60 Minutes tells of one researcher’s findings on […]
February 8, 2008
The FDA issued an early communication about an ongoing safety review regarding Botox and Botox Cosmetic.
FDA has received reports of systemic adverse reactions including respiratory compromise and death following the use of botulinum toxins types A and B for both FDA-approved and unapproved uses. The reactions reported are suggestive of botulism, which occurs […]
February 6, 2008
The FDA has stated it decision to take enforcement action against any company marketing injectable Colchicine that is unapproved. Anextremely toxic drug, Colchicine is used to treat gout and can very easily be given in excessive doses, resulting in serious side effects, low blood counts, organ failure, cardiac events and even death.
The FDA […]
