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Could Januvia Drug Lead to Pancreatic Cancer?
Disturbing findings suggest that the diabetes drug Januvia may lead to pancreatic cancer, according to a study conducted by Dr. Peter C. Butler—chief of the endocrinology division at the University of California, Los Angeles. Dr. Butler made this discovery in 2008, in a test commissioned by the pharmaceutical company Merck. Since then, he has…
FDA to Take Second Look at Avandia
The books have again been opened on Avandia. In a shocking move by the Food and Drug Administration, the notorious diabetes drug—severely restricted in 2010 after being linked to heart problems in thousands of users—will get a second chance on American pharmaceutical shelves in what could be a massive triumph for the drug company…
Samsca (Tolvaptan) May Cause Liver Injury & Death, FDA Warns
According to a recent safety communication from the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA), Samsca (tolvaptan) may cause liver injury or death. Samsca tablets can be used to treat low sodium levels in patients’ blood, but research indicates that the drug might cause more harm than good. The FDA warns consumers to avoid taking…
Los Angeles Jury Orders J&J to Pay $8.3 for Faulty Hip Implant
The New York Times reports that Johnson & Johnson will pay $8.3 million in damages to a man who was given a faulty hip implant. The implant, called the Articular Surface Replacement, was recalled three years ago. More than 10,000 similar lawsuits are pending against Johnson & Johnson about the hip implant. Johnson &…
New Expose Uncovers The Hype Behind Testosterone “Boosting” Products
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Yasmin Lawsuit Settlements Reach $142 Million
According to Bayer AG’s Stockholder’s Newsletter for the first quarter of 2012, the company has paid $142 million to settle 651 Yaz and Yasmin lawsuits. The average settlement per case was about $218,000. With an estimated 11,900 lawsuits involving about 14,000 plaintiffs pending against the company, it is possible that Bayer may have to…
Stryker Neptune Recall Lawsuit
Neptune Waste Management Systems, developed by Stryker, are medical devices indicated for the disposal of fluid waste. These devices collect surgical waste in the operating room and quickly dispose of the subsequent fluids. Of significant concern, however, are the serious injuries that may occur while using these devices. Two serious injuries have resulted from…
GSK To Pay $3 Billion To U.S. Government
GlaxoSmith Kline (GSK), the UK’s largest manufacturer of prescription and over-the-counter (OTC) drugs, has recently become the subject of significant criticism. Accordingly, the pharmaceutical powerhouse has announced that it has reached an agreement with the U.S. Government, multiple states and the District of Columbia so that it may conclude an investigation that has been…