Latest Adverse effect Stories
HUNTSVILLE, Ala., Dec. 6, 2012 /PRNewswire/ -- Qualitest, a subsidiary of Endo Health Solutions, (Nasdaq: ENDP) today issued a voluntary nationwide recall for 101 lots of Hydrocodone Bitartrate and Acetaminophen Tablets, USP 10 mg/500 mg. This includes product with the following NDC numbers and lot numbers beginning with the letter "C". NDC Number Bottle Count ---------- ------------ 0603-3888-16 30...
Connie K. Ho for redOrbit.com – Your Universe Online A new study published in the Canadian Medical Association Journal shows that, while there is a rise in the number of prescription drugs that result in negative effects due to interactions with grapefruit, few physicians are aware of these consequences. The article was completed by a group of researchers who discovered the interactions among grapefruit and prescription drugs over 20 years ago. By summarizing the evidence available,...
Lee Rannals for redOrbit.com – Your Universe Online Researchers reported in the International Journal of Clinical Practice that a number of herbs and dietary supplements can cause harmful drug interactions. The researchers examined 54 review articles and 31 original studies and found that the greatest harmful problems were caused by interactions between prescribed drugs and herbs and dietary supplements (HDS) that included ingredients like St. John's Wort, magnesium, calcium, iron or...
Children who undergo brain radiation therapy run a significant risk of suffering from permanent neurocognitive adverse effects. These adverse effects are due to the fact that the radiation often encounters healthy tissue. This reduces the formation of new cells, particularly in the hippocampus – the part of the brain involved in memory and learning. Researchers at the University of Gothenburg's Sahlgrenska Academy have used a model study to test newer radiation therapy techniques which...
EXTON, Pa., Oct. 4, 2012 /PRNewswire/ -- ViroPharma Incorporated (Nasdaq: VPHM) today announced the results from an analysis of a patient-database involving Cinryze(®) (C1 esterase inhibitor [human]) demonstrating that ViroPharma's Path to Independence(TM) program, a self-administration training and support program for hereditary angioedema (HAE) patients receiving prophylactic Cinryze, positively impacts the site of care in favor of home/self-administration as well as adherence...
OTTAWA, Oct. 2, 2012 /CNW/ - Health Canada today released the October 2012 issue of the Canadian Adverse Reaction Newsletter (CARN). This issue includes an article on the limitations with Lyme disease test kits and a reminder to health professionals of the importance of clinical diagnosis and early treatment. The article also encourages reporting of incidents with test kits, including false negative and false positive results. This edition also includes an article highlighting...
The defective drug lawyers at Flood Law Group are announcing that they are now offering free case reviews for individuals who have suffered adverse effects of Pradaxa® and their families. (PRWEB) September 28, 2012 According to Flood Law Group, LLP, people who are treated with Pradaxa® (dabigatran etexilate) and who suffer internal bleeding, heart attack and/or other serious complications, may be eligible to seek compensation by filing a Pradaxa® lawsuit. Families of...
BEDFORD, Ohio, Sept. 18, 2012 /PRNewswire/ -- Bedford Laboratories((TM)) today announced the expansion of its previous nationwide voluntary recall for Leucovorin Calcium Liquid Injection: Product Description NDC Package Size Lot#/Expiration Date First Ship Date Last Ship Date ---...
EXTON, Pa., Sept. 18, 2012 /PRNewswire/ -- ViroPharma Incorporated (Nasdaq: VPHM) announced today that the company will provide a live audio and slide webcast of its analyst and investor seminar, focusing on the company's commercial product projections and future growth opportunities on Friday, September 21, 2012. Lectures will be provided by a number of ViroPharma representatives. The seminar, entitled "Broadening Horizons," will be held from 9:00 A.M. until 12:45 P.M. Eastern...
The latest anti-aging secret which can help keep an individual young and vibrant, Genf20 Plus reviews was just recently released by Linda Taylor. GenF20 Plus is endorsed by doctors as a safe hormone treatment option for reversing the effects of aging on the body. (PRWEB) September 15, 2012 GenF20 Plus is a 3 part system that was developed to erase the years of wear and tear that has been put on your body. There are three huge advantages to using this program to reverse the adverse effects...
