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Medications of the statin classification have long been considered beneficial in the prevention of heart disease, stroke, heart attack, and similar cholesterol related ailments. The pharmacodynamics of statins exhibit a propensity for the reduction of plaque buildup, therefore reducing the risk of such adverse events. However, recent months have witnessed the statin class of…

Missa Bay LLC, a subsidiary of Ready Pac Foods Inc., has become the subject of increasing criticism this week. Subsequently, equipment used to produce a variety of their apple products was recently found to be contaminated with listeria monocytogenes, a potentially deadly foodborne pathogen. While no illnesses have been reported, several apple products have…

Crestor (generic: rosuvastatin) is a prescription medication indicated to reduce the presence of cholesterol and other fatty substances in the blood. Subsequently, Crestor may assist in the prevention of stroke, heart attack, and other heart complications in people with diabetes, coronary heart disease, or other risk factors. Unfortunately, the introduction of Crestor for a…

In recent months, Finasteride has become a highly controversial ingredient associated with several catastrophic complications. Most recognized for serving as the mechanism of action in both Propecia and Proscar, finasteride has been linked to the development of mental, physical, and sexual side effects. Each of which are said to resolve themselves upon discontinuation of…

As an anti-fungal antibiotic, Lamisil (generic: terbinafine hydrochloride) is indicated to assist in the treatment of infections caused by certain types of fungus that affect the fingernails and toenails. Of significant concern, however, are the side effects that have recently been associated with the oral applications of Lamisil. Patients receiving Lamisil treatment may significantly…

In recent months, 1,3-dimethylamylamine (DMAA) has served as the catalyst for intense investigations, as it may be responsible for influx of adverse health events. Subsequently, the ambiguous origins of the ingredient have caused regulatory agencies around the world to question its status as a dietary supplement. Accordingly, complications such as these have finally culminated…

The endocrine system is a network of glands, each of which secretes a type of hormone directly into the bloodstream to regulate a number of aspects in the body. Subsequently, the endocrine system is responsible for the regulation of various human functions. However, certain outside factors may interrupt the delicate balance of hormones distributed…

Sleeping pills are often administered in the presence of insomnia and other related sleep disorders. Subsequently, there is a wide variety of sleeping pills, prescription and generic, that assist patients in falling asleep faster and staying asleep longer. However, recent studies suggest that the introduction of sleeping pills for a prolonged period of time…