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As a food additive, SimplyThick is indicated to assist in the process of swallowing in those who exhibit a genetic predisposition for dysphagia and infants who are unable to do so on their own. Of significant concern, however, are reports by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) cautioning the use of SimplyThick by…

Similar to that of the naturally occurring chemical dopamine, Mirapex (generic: pramipexole) tablets are indicated to assist in the treatment of symptoms associated with Parkinson’s disease and restless leg syndrome (RLS). Of significant concern, however, are recent reports that suggest the possibility of a casual relationship between Mirapex treatment and the development of serious…

As a fourth generation contraceptive, Gianvi combines drospirenone with ethinyl estradiol to assist in the prevention of unwanted pregnancy. However, recent evidence lends weight to the long-suspected link between drospirenone-containing products and severe, life-threatening complications. Women who use Gianvi for a prolonged period of time may significantly increase their risk of developing a pulmonary…

In continuing with recent trends, bad news continues to surface on behalf of the recent transgressions committed by the Johnson & Johnson (J&J) subsidiary DePuy. According to administrative and corporate records, 2009 witnessed J&J executives initiate a phase out plan that would relinquish their remaining inventories of Articular Surface Replacement (ASR) Hip Systems. However,…

Intended to regulate blood sugar levels in patients who do not use daily insulin injections, Duetact (generic: glimepiride and pioglitazone) assists in the treatment of type 2 diabetes. However, recent evidence lends weight to the long-suspected link between pioglitazone-containing medications and severe, life-threatening complications. Patients who implement a strict Duetact regimen for a prolonged…

Bondronat (generic: risedronate) is used in the regulation of bone formation and breakdown in a patients body. Unfortunately, people who use this medication may be unaware of the hazardous Bondronat side effects that coincide with using it. Patients who use Bondronat may increase their risk of developing a debilitating complication like atypical femur fractures…

Reclast (generic: zoledronic acid) is indicated for the prevention of osteoporosis and numerous complications that affect bone mass density. Unfortunately, Reclast may increase an individuals risk of developing severe, life-threatening side effects like atypical femur fractures and osteonecrosis of the jaw (ONJ). Reclast lawsuit update: According to a U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA)…

Actoplus Met XR (generic: metformin and pioglitazone) is a prescription medication specifically developed to assist in the regulation of blood sugar levels in those diagnosed with type 2 diabetes. In doing so, Actoplus Met XR makes the body more sensitive to the insulin that the body produces naturally. However, the implementation of a strict…