Magic Slim, Other Diet Pills Recalled by MyNicKnaxs, LLC
February 17, 2014 -- MyNicKnaxs, LLC and the FDA have announced a recall for several weigh-loss pills because they contain undeclared pharmaceutical drugs, including sibutramine and phenolphthalein or a combination of both. No injuries have been reported, but consumptions of...
Texas Daytrana Lawyer
Daytrana (methylphenidate) is a popular treatment for ADHD (attention-deficit hyperactivity disorder) that has been sold by Noven Pharmaceuticals since 2006. The FDA has recently warned that Daytrana may increase the risk of priapism (long-lasting erections), cardiovascular events, and serious psychiatric...
Texas Onglyza Heart Failure Lawyer
Onglyza has been linked to a 27% increased risk of heart failure, according to a recent clinical trial.
Onglyza Linked to 27% Increased Risk of Heart Failure
Onglyza and Kombiglyze XR have been linked to a 27% increased risk of hospitalization for heart failure, according to a study published in the New England Journal of Medicine.
Controversial Pradaxa Blood Test Study Conclusions Concealed
Documents unsealed in federal court last week indicate that Boehringer Ingelheim may have concealed conclusions from a study suggesting that some patients may need blood tests while using Pradaxa.
$56 Million Biomet M2A Magnum Hip Lawsuit Settlement
February 10, 2014 -- Biomet Inc. will pay at least $56 million to settle lawsuits involving the defective metal-on-metal M2A Magnum hip replacement. Hundreds of plaintiffs will receive a base award of $200,000, and they could receive more if additional...
Merck Offers $100 Million NuvaRing Lawsuit Settlement
February 10, 2014 -- Merck & Co., the manufacturer of NuvaRing birth control, has offered to pay $100 million to settle lawsuits filed by about 3,800 women who developed blood clots. Women who were severely injured or died would likely...
Texas Lamictal Lawyer
Lamictal is an anti-seizure medication that has been linked to a life-threatening immune disease. It also carries a "Black Box" warning label about Stevens-Johnson Syndrome (SJS), a rare but life-threatening allergic skin rash. Lamictal Linked to Immune Disease In April...
Rx Formulations Calcium Gluconate Injection Recall
February 10, 2014 -- A recall has been issued for calcium gluconate 10% injections and several other medicines compounded by Rx Formulations, due to potential microbial contamination. The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) recommends that healthcare professionals should follow...
Flushmate Exploding Toilet Recall Expanded
January 27, 2014 -- Safety authorities are expanding a recall for the Flushmate III Pressure-Assist Flushing System because the pressurized toilets can burst near the vessel weld seam and explode, which can lift the tank lid and shatter the tank....