Monthly Archives: September 2009

Januvia Linked to Acute Pancreatitis – Side Effects of Januvia

In September 2009, the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) stated there may be a connection between Januvia, Janumet and acute pancreatitis, after receiving 88 reports of patients developing pancreatic disorders while taking the drugs, including hemorrhagic or necrotizing pancreatitis — … Continue reading

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Menaflex Knee Device Side Effects – FDA Mistake

The Food and Drug Administration (FDA) and its evaluation of new health products is under scrutiny after the agency admitted to an error that led to the approval of a potentially flawed medical device for injured knees. On September 24, … Continue reading

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Menaflex manufactured by ReGen Biologics, Inc. Found Defective

The Food and Drug Administration admitted that it mistakenly approved a patch for injured knees last year as a result of pressure exerted by members of Congress who received contributions from the manufacturer. Internal documents show that scientists at the … Continue reading

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Curlin Medical PainSmart TM Infusion Pump recall and claims

AWKO receives additional case involving malfunction of a Curlin Medical PainSmart TM Infusion Pump. Fraught with uterine cancer, and left with approximately 1 to 2 years remaining in her life expectancy, patient was living at home and maintaining a relatively … Continue reading

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Denture Cream Side Effects – Zinc Poisoning

Overuse of certain denture creams has been linked with zinc toxicity, causing serious side effects. Although the majority of denture wearers have not experienced problems stemming from zinc-based creams, users of popular denture creams such as Fixodent (marketed by Procter … Continue reading

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Levaquin Side Effects – Tendon Ruptures Prompt Black Box Warning

A leading antibacterial drug has come under increased scrutiny by the Food and Drug Administration following reports of serious injuries to tendons and ligaments linked with its use. Levaquin (levofloxacin) manufactured by Ortho-McNeil/Janssen is an antibiotic known as a fluoroquinolone, … Continue reading

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Pregnancy Medication Errors Linked to Birth Defects and Premature Births

The lawyers of Aylstock, Witkin, Kreis and Overholtz are available to help victims of hospital errors file claims and earn their rightful compensation. The National Academies’ Institute of Medicine has found that more than 400,000 victims are injured because of … Continue reading

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Pool Drain Safety – Pool Drain Risks – Pool Drain Safety Lawsuits

Victims who have endured harm and damages because of dangerous pool drains should contact the highly skilled legal team of Aylstock, Witkin, Kreis and Overholtz. AWKO Law has years of experience filing personal injury claims and can help you recover … Continue reading

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