On January 31, 2014, the FDA released a drug safety communication concerning testosterone products like AndroGel and Testim. They stated they were investigating the “risk of stroke, heart attack, and death in men taking FDA-approved testosterone products.” They based the release of the communication
The WUSA 9 News reported recently that an Arlington, Virginia, woman was killed on Monday, February 24, 2014. She was trying to put her child into her minivan when a dump truck backed into her, striking her and the van and killing her. The child…
After a recent study raised concerns about testosterone replacement therapy and the risk of heart attacks, health experts are weighing in on the potential misuse of the therapy. AndroGel, for example, was initially approved in 2000 for the treatment of primary hypogonadism (a condition in…
Several studies over the last few years have linked antipsychotic drugs like Risperdal (risperidone) to serious side effects like gynecomastia (abnormal breast growth in males) and diabetes. To date, over 400 Risperdal lawsuits have been filed in courts across the nation, with plaintiffs claiming th
According to a recent report in the Green Bay Press Gazette, the state of Wisconsin has ordered the Longview Terrace assisted living center to close. The administrator, Jason Tegge, has been accused of abusing residents. His mother, Debra Tegge—who is also the owner of the…
The Environmental Working Group (EWG) is urging consumers to sign a petition asking major food brands to stop using azodicarbonamide (ADA) in their products. The chemical is used in the rubber and plastic industry and acts as a “foaming agent,” and gives products their “buoyant…
If you are a parent that uses a sound machine to help your infant sleep, you might want to resort to another method. New research released by the American Academy of Pediatrics found that infant sleep machines may damage their hearing. According to the study,…
The American Academy of Pain Medicine (AAPM) states that millions suffer from chronic pain every year. The condition places a great burden on patients and their families, as sufferers often cannot continue with their normal activities. They may end up being unable to work, losing…
The FDA is currently investigating the risk of heart attack, stroke and death among individuals using a form of testosterone therapy treatment. The FDA made it clear that testosterone products are approved “only for use in men who lack or have low testosterone levels in…
Approved in October 2010, Pradaxa is prescribed to patients with non-valvular atrial fibrillation, to help reduce the risk of stroke. A blood thinner similar to warfarin, Pradaxa was initially marketed as being superior to warfarin because it required no dietary restrictions or blood monitoring. Wit
In June 2012, the FDA warned doctors and patients about the potential dangers of GranuFlo and NaturaLyte, two concentrate products used during dialysis procedures to reduce acid buildup in the blood. They stated that these products could have serious adverse health consequences, including death, and
A new testosterone therapy treatment is on the market and FDA-approved. Endo Pharmaceuticals Inc. made the announcement on March 6th, 2014 about its product, AVEED, an injection for men with hypogonadism, or low testosterone. It was approved on March 5th, 2014. AVEED (testosterone undecanoate) is…
