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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…

DEADLY “SUPERBUG” CAUSES GRAVE CONCERN FOR SAFETY OF PATIENTS IN CALIFORNIA NURSING HOMES AND HOSPITALS An outbreak of infections caused by a deadly bacteria thought to be resistant to all current antibiotics and other treatments has been discovered in multiple Los Angeles County medical facilities according to a study set to be released on…

Metoclopramide, a generic form of Reglan, is a gastrointestinal prokinetic agent used in the treatment of gastroesophageal reflux disease and diabetic gastroparesis. In addition, injectable versions of the medication are used after chemotherapy to prevent nausea and vomiting. However, metoclopramide has recently been linked to a number of severe and potentially harmful side effects…

Following the deaths of two military soldiers, the U.S. Department of Defense has implemented a temporary ban on the sale of several dietary supplements from military facility shelves. Subsequently, traces of DMAA (1,3-dimethylamylamine), an ingredient believed by many to be dangerous and illegal, were found in the blood of the deceased men. The temporary…

It appears as if the illustrious 46-year career of Joe Paterno may be concluding sooner than expected. At 84 years of age, loyal followers of the football legend had already begun to assume that Paterno’s exit was imminent. However, many are in disbelief over the circumstances that have led to his, seemingly, inevitable departure….

In continuing with their efforts to protect consumers from dangerous products, the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) was called into action today regarding the distribution hazardous foods. The FDA responded to a complaint filed by the Department of Justice that acknowledge the existence of a fish products processing and distribution facility that may…

A world renowned pharmaceutical company has once again become the subject of intense scrutiny. Amidst the relentless allegations that have already shrouded Fosamax side effects, growing concerns regarding bone fractures continue to plague Merck & Co. In a recent development, Lois Takamori, a 62-year-old retired Kailua school teacher is suing the makers of Fosamax…