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Stavzor (generic: valproic acid) is an anti-seizure medication used to treat a variety of symptoms ranging from seizures and manic-depressive disorders to chronic migraine headaches. Off-label uses have also suggested that Stavzor may treat a number of psychiatric conditions as well. However, recent evidence suggest that Stavzor may be responsible for severe, life-threatening side…

Manufacturers of the immensely popular local anesthetic benzocaine have become the target of intense public scrutiny. Recent studies suggest that the numbing medication may be associated with a rare but serious condition known as methemoglobinemia. As a result, the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has issued a warning to consumers and the healthcare community…

Many popular heartburn medications belong to a class of drugs known as proton pump inhibitors (PPI’s). They fight and prevent the symptoms caused by excessive stomach acid that can lead to complications like gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD). Unfortunately, the use of proton pump inhibitors has been linked to serious, averse health effects in patients….

Vimovo (naproxen and esomeprazole magnesium) is used in the treatment of osteoarthritis, rheumatoid arthritis, and gastric ulcers. Unfortunately, many patients do not realize that Vimovo side effects may be more dangerous than the complications that the medication is intended to provide treatment for. People who use Vimovo for an extended period of time may…

Once regarded as a possible successor to the legendary Joe Paterno at Penn State University, former defensive coordinator Jerry Sandusky now stands accused of committing multiple, heinous crimes against humanity. According to the 40-count indictment brought forth by the state Attorney General’s office, Sandusky is accused of sexually abusing eight boys over a period…

Multaq® (generic: Dronedarone Hydrochloride) is a drug used primarily in the treatment of cardiac arrhythmia (irregular heartbeats). Recently, the manufacturer of the drug added a warning to doctors and patients indicating that it has been associated with several reported cases of serious liver injuries. In January of 2011, the company and the U.S. Food…

Valproate, otherwise known as valproic acid, serves as the active ingredient in a number of products specifically developed to treat seizures, manic-depressive disorder, and chronic migraines. Unfortunately, catastrophic side effects may coincide with the use of products that contain valproic acid. Children born to mothers who undergo valproate treatment during pregnancy may have an…

Recent years have witnessed an onslaught of highly questionable products reach the U.S. market via the dietary supplement industry. The release of such ambiguous products has been responsible for an influx of tainted dietary supplements, each of which may pose as a significant threat to the consumer population. Subsequently, lenient regulations imposed by the…