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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…

Oral contraceptives, otherwise known as birth control pills, are a method in which women are able to lower their risk of becoming pregnant. As a recent addition to the birth control arsenal, Gianvi (generic: drospirenone and ethinyl estradiol) is a fourth generation oral contraceptive that assists in the application of pregnancy prevention. However, the…

Heart attacks are directly correlated to a lack of blood flow that results in irreparable damage to cardiac tissue. Should the heart be unable to receive nutrients and oxygen from blood for a prolonged period of time, it will eventually fail, resulting in a heart attack. Unfortunately, the the rate in which heart attacks…

As a fourth generation oral contraceptive, Gianvi (generic: drospirenone and ethinyl estradiol) is intended to assist in the prevention of unwanted pregnancies. However, the introduction of drospirenone-containing products may place certain high-risk patients in ganger of experiencing severe adverse health events. Women who take this form of birth control may significantly increase their risk…

Pelvic organ prolapse (POP) refers to the displacement of the bladder, uterus, vagina, urethra, bowels or rectum due to the weakening of pelvic floor tissues. The typical procedure used to treat pelvic organ prolapse is to implant a transvaginal surgical mesh. It is important to understand however that in 2008 the U.S. Food &…

Cleft palate is a very common congenital birth defect characterized by a split in the roof of the mouth. It is the direct result of underdeveloped facial structures in an unborn baby that do not close completely. Cleft palate can affect one or both sides of the face and may lead to severe, life-threatening…