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Diabetic Medication Invokamet Poses Risk of Serious Health Hazards

Invokamet is a drug prescribed for the purpose of lowering blood sugar levels in combination with diet and exercise in adults with type 1 or type 2 diabetes. It is comprised of two different drugs, Invokana (canagliflozin) and metformin and is manufactured by Janssen Pharmaceuticals, a division of Johnson & Johnson. Canagli[...]

Date: November 30, 2016 / Drug Injury
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The Dangers of Endoscope Bacterial Infections

What is an Endoscopy Examination? An endoscopy is a procedure that a doctor uses to see inside the esophagus (throat), the stomach, and the upper section of the small intestine. The medical tool that is used is called an endoscope, and it is made up of a camera mounted on a thin, bendable scope that is flexible enough to sli[...]

Date: November 21, 2016 / Product Liability

FDA Warnings State Abilify Can Cause Compulsive Gambling

When suffering from depression, schizophrenia, bipolar disorder, or another mental health condition, people may struggle to find relief. If other treatments fail, doctors may prescribe from a wide array of medications. However, certain prescription meds like Abilify (ariprazole) can cause compulsive gambling and other trigger-b[...]

Date: November 17, 2016 / Drug Injury
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The Dangers Of The Diabetic Drugs Onglyza And Kombiglyze

Onglyza and Kombiglyze are two of the many drugs intended for use in Type 2 diabetes patients. They are also known by their trade names saxagliptin and metformin, respectively. At one time, both were considered to be promising front-line options in the fight against the diabetes epidemic, and though they do provide some symptom[...]

Date: November 17, 2016 / Drug Injury

The Issues With The Zimmer Persona Knee Replacement

The Zimmer Persona knee replacement, like many joint replacements, is intended for use in patients that are suffering from frequent pain and loss of mobility in the affected area. In the vast majority of cases, joint replacement surgeries are for patients over 50 years of age, as this is when arthritis becomes more common. Howe[...]

Date: November 16, 2016 / Defective Products
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What Complications Have Been Caused By The Medication Benicar

Benicar Lawsuit - Benicar Lawyers talk to our attorneys about a Benicar lawsuit Benicar, also known by its trade name Olmesartan, was developed in 1995 by Japanese pharmaceutical company Sankyo. It is an effective treatment of high blood pressure, though it operates in the body differently than the more popular ACE inhibitors[...]

Date: November 16, 2016 / Drug Injury

What Every Type-2 Diabetes Patient Should Know About Onglyza Side-Effects

Type 2 diabetes is on the rise and becoming a severe problem for more and more Americans. Age, obesity, and lifestyle all contribute to the onset of this disease. This has led drug companies to feverishly compete in creating and delivering medicines for the treatment and relief of this illness. These medications, for the most p[...]

Date: November 16, 2016 / Drug Injury / Uncategorized

Texas Motorcycle Helmet Law

Texas Motorcycle Helmet Law There is no debate that helmets save lives, especially among motorcyclists. Bikers are generally comfortable with a certain level of risk, and there is a pervading belief among bikers that it’s a matter of when, not if, a rider will be thrown from their bike. There are numerous risks that motorcyc[...]

Date: November 2, 2016 / Motorcycle Accidents