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Aredia (generic: pamidronate disodium) is a bone-resorption inhibitor used in the treatment of hypercalcemia associated with malignancy, with or without bone metastases. Unfortunately, patients who take Aredia may develop debilitating complications like atypical femur fractures and osteonecrosis of the jaw (ONJ). If you or a loved one has been injured by Aredia, you should…

Thursday May 19 witnessed yet another set back aimed in the direction of world renowned pharmaceutical company GlaxoSmithKline (GSK). In a report issued by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA), officials have confirmed the removal of the controversial diabetes drug Avandia (generic: rosiglitazone) from retail pharmacy shelves because of the dangerous cardiovascular complications…

The culmination of three individual lawsuits in recent weeks has added weight to the long-suspected link between Zimmer NexGen knee replacement systems and their high failure rate. All three lawsuits dealt specifically with Zimmer NexGen Legacy Posterior Stabilized (LPS) components. The NexGen Legacy Posterior Stabilized (LPS) knee replacement is designed to accommodate resumption of…

Strokes are characterized by a reduction to the supply of nutrients and oxygen in the brain. The lack of nutrients can severely damage or even kill brain cells. Subsequently, said damage has become a leading cause of both death and long-term disability. While already common, certain outside factors may increase the rate in which…

As an additional medication on the vast market of oral contraceptives, Beyaz (generic: drospirenone, ethinyl estradiol and levomefolate) is unique. While indicated for the prevention of pregnancy, Beyaz also uses a third ingredient that assists in reducing the risk that a child will develop a rare birth defect. However, recent studies suggest that the…

Under the Alien Tort Claims Act of 1789, foreigners are allowed to bring human rights abuse claims to the United States when the courts in their homeland fail to establish proper relief. This seldom used law was recently used in U.S. District Judge Josephine S. Tuckers decision to allow a Mexican man, who claims…

An incriminating scandal has simultaneously rocked the foundation of Penn State University and called into question the moral integrity of the once hollowed grounds of “Happy Valley.” Once considered the favorite in a field of candidates looking to take the place of legendary football coach Joe Paterno, Jerry Sandusky has recently become the subject…

In response to a firm warning letter sent to them by the U.S. Food & Drug Administration (FDA), a number of companies whose dietary supplements include the controversial ingredient DMAA are attempting to make a future without it. According to the FDA, there is no credible scientific evidence that shows DMAA deserves to be…