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Plavix (generic: clopidogrel) is a prescription anti-platelet medication that assists in the prevention of unnecessary blood clots after a recent heart attack or stroke. The drug prevents blood platelets from coagulating in arteries and may significantly reduce the risk of stroke and heart attack. However, the mechanism responsible for preventing blood clots, may also…

Sprycel (generic: dasatinib) is a prescription medication intended for cancer treatment. More specifically, Sprycel was developed to halt the progression of Philadelphia chromosome-positive (Ph+) chronic myeloid leukemia (CML). Unfortunately, recent studies suggest that Sprycel treatment may coincide with catastrophic side effects. Patients who take Sprycel may significantly increase their risk of developing pulmonary arterial…

According to a recent analysis, some citizens of the United States may be more susceptible to contracting a food-borne illness than others. Certain states across the country have demonstrated a propensity for negligence when identifying clusters of illness and responding to outbreaks. Varying degrees of state regulation may place residents of the worst-preforming states…

The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) was forced to upgrade the recall status of CooperVision Avaira Toric contact lenses on October 14, 2011, after silicone oil residue was found on the lenses of specific lots. The presence of silicone oil residue may significantly increase the risk of blurred vision, discomfort, or eye injuries…

Victoza (generic: liraglutide) is characterized as a non-insulin injectable medication whose indications are for those struggling to regulate the symptoms of type 2 diabetes. Subsequently, Victoza treatment assists in the lowering of blood sugar in as little as two weeks. However, recent associations between Victoza and serious side effects have cause a great deal…

Januvia (generic: sitagliptin) is an oral diabetes medication indicated to assist in the regulation of blood sugar levels of those who are unable to do so on their own. Of significant concern, however, are the recent associations that have been established between the development of catastrophic side effects and Januvia treatment. Patients using Januvia…

In the wake of approximately 600 lawsuits, each of which allege that the surgical application of transvaginal mesh was responsible for severe injuries, medical device manufacturers are facing the repercussions of their previous neglect for public safety. However, the blame has not been placed solely on the shoulders of industry leaders. Recent complaints indicate…

On May 31, 2011, the Harris County District Court, in Texas, saw the genesis of 35 individual allegations filed against AstraZeneca. Each case devises an argument that blames Nexium, a heartburn medication developed by AstraZeneca, for severe bouts of bone deterioration or unexpected atypical fractures. The main premiss feeding these complaints stems from alleged…