Xolair Side Effects

The FDA has warned that Xolair (omalizumab), a popular anti-asthma shot, has been linked to heart attacks, strokes, blood clots, and other severe side effects. What is the problem? In 2009, the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) first warned...

Endo Pays $400 Million to Resolve Vaginal Mesh Litigation

Bloomberg reports that Endo International Plc. has agreed to pay at least $400 million to resolve “substantially all” lawsuits involving their vaginal mesh implants.

Study Finds Lack of Safety Evidence on Medical Devices

September 30, 2014 -- A study published in JAMA Internal Medicine is warning that most low- to moderate-risk medical devices approved by the FDA through the 510(k) process lack publicly-available scientific evidence to verify their safety and effectiveness. Diana Zuckerman,...

Texas Xolair Class Action Lawyer

The anti-asthma drug Xolair was linked to higher rates of many life-threatening side effects in clinical trials. In September 2014, the FDA warned about a possible increased risk of cardiovascular and cerebrovascular side effects. Overview Xolair is an injection medication...

Woman With Nerve Damage Files Avelox Lawsuit in California

September 29, 2014 -- Bayer HealthCare has been hit with a lawsuit from a woman who used Avelox, a popular antibiotic, and developed peripheral neuropathy (nerve damage). According to the complaint: “Rather than warning patients and physician that the use...

“Bo Ying Compound” Linked to Toxic Lead Poisoning

September 29, 2014 -- The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) is warning against using “Bo Ying Compound” manufactured by Eu Yan Sang (Hong Kong) Ltd. because it could cause lead poisoning. The supplement is marketed for use in infants...

Texas Firm Recalls Beef Trimmings for E. Coli Risk

September 26, 2014 -- The USDA Food Safety Inspection Service (FSIS) has announced a recall for approximately 23,100 pounds of beef trimmings because they may be contaminated with E. coli, a bacteria that can cause deadly food poisoning. The beef...

Texas Xolair Lawyer

The FDA has warned that Xolair, a popular anti-asthma drug, may increase the risk of life-threatening heart attacks, stroke, blood clots, and even cancer. Overview Xolair (omalizumab) is an injection drug that is designed to reduce sensitivity to inhaled or...

Study Supports Link Between Lipitor and Diabetes

September 26, 2014 -- The Lancet has published a study linking the use of cholesterol-lowering statins, such as Lipitor, with a 12% increased risk of diabetes. Several studies published since 2012 have also found that statins can increase the risk...