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Meds IV Pharmacy, stationed out of Birmingham, has recently come under intense scrutiny after an intravenous nutritional supplement of theirs was found containing a potentially fatal bacterium. Total Parenteral Nutrition (TPN), the supplement in question, may be responsible for the deaths of nine patients at numerous Alabama hospitals across the state. Ten more patients…

The debate in which healthcare officials are currently attempting to determine the origin of 1, 3- dimethylamylamine (DMAA), has continued to rock the foundation of the dietary supplement industry. Claims suggesting that the supplement is a synthetically altered molecular entity contradict those that acknowledge it as a natural derivative of geranium oil. Subsequently, the…

An influx of adverse event reports has tainted the once pristine name of a flagship Merck & Co. product. Subsequently, the popular hair loss treatment known as Propecia (generic: finasteride) has become the subject of increasing criticism due to a growing association with catastrophic complications. Of significant concern, however, is Propecia’s recent link to…

Gallbladder disease is characterized by the development of gallstones and any subsequent inflammation that may ensue. The presence of such complications may result in dangerous side effects that have the potential to become life-threatening if medical intervention is neglected. Furthermore, the development of this condition may be associated with certain pharmaceutical products. Women who…

Valturna ( generic: aliskiren and valsartan) is a dual action prescription medication intended to reduce heightened blood pressure by acting on chemicals that restrict blood vessels. Therefore, by relaxing blood vessels, Valturna may help patients avoid severe complications associated with high blood pressure. However, the introduction of Valturna may coincide with complications of its…

AlloDerm, also known as acellular human dermis (AHD), was developed in 1994 by LifeCell as a hernia repair and breast reconstruction solution. It is created from skin tissue harvested from donated cadavers, processed, and used as skin grafts. AlloDerm is designed to allow the body to mount its own tissue regeneration process. However, recent…

The surgical application of vaginal mesh implants has recently become the subject of increasing criticism within the healthcare community. Unfortunately for those who have received one, their placement has become synonymous with the development of severe, life-threatening complications that range from irritation to fatal infections. Of significant concern, however, is the increased propensity for…

Goodyear Tire & Rubber Co., an innovative leader in the tire industry, developed Wrangler Silent Armor tires as a premium alternative to standard automobile tires. Their revolutionary design is capable of providing drivers with one tire that meets the demands of every road condition. However, Goodyear was forced to recall nearly 41,000 of its…