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Possible Link Between Elmiron and Vision Loss

Elmiron, the brand name for pentosan polysulfate sodium (PPS), is a common prescription medication used to treat interstitial cystitis (IC), also known as painful bladder syndrome.

By Whitney J. Butcher

/ 30 Nov 2020

Possible Link Between Elmiron and Vision Loss

DePuy Synthes Issues Elbow-Joint Replacement Recall

Several years ago, the medical device company DuPuy Synthes issued a recall of over 50,000 elbow-joint replacement devices.

By Whitney J. Butcher

/ 24 Nov 2020

DePuy Synthes Issues Elbow-Joint Replacement Recall

Johnson & Johnson May Have Targeted Minority Women to Sell Talc Powder

An investigation into Johnson & Johnson’s talc-based baby powder products suggests the company may have targeted sales toward minority women.

By Whitney J. Butcher

/ 23 Nov 2020

Johnson & Johnson May Have Targeted Minority Women to Sell Talc Powder

Elmiron Linked to Vision Disorders in Women

Elmiron (pentosan polysulfate sodium) is a medication used to treat various conditions such as interstitial cystitis, urinary tract infections, and osteoarthritis. Although it is the only FDA-approved drug used to treat interstitial cystitis, long-term use of this medication has been linked to a num

By Whitney J. Butcher

/ 1 Jul 2020

Elmiron Linked to Vision Disorders in Women

Deaths And Injuries Attributed to E-Cigarrette Use

As hundreds of injuries and multiple deaths have been directly attributed to various e-cigarette products, the FDA and CDC are scrambling to investigate and craft a response.

By Whitney J. Butcher

/ 20 Sep 2019

Deaths And Injuries Attributed to E-Cigarrette Use

Harmful Effects of E-Cigarettes

An increasing number of health studies and lawsuits have started to appear that raise concern about the use of electronic cigarettes – or e-cigarettes.

By Whitney J. Butcher

/ 21 Aug 2019

Lawsuits Against Gilead Sciences Inc.

Gilead Sciences Inc. is under scrutiny from 41 individuals who have taken HIV/AIDS medication made by the massive pharmaceutical company.

By Whitney J. Butcher

/ 26 Jun 2019

Another Tale of Unintended Consequences: Nexium, Prilosec and Other OTC Meds Causing Kidney Damages

Proton pump inhibitors, or PPIs, are a type of medication most commonly used to treat gastrointestinal ailments such as heartburn, acid reflux, gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD), gastritis, and ulcers in the stomach and esophagus.

By Whitney J. Butcher

/ 26 Mar 2019

3M Combat Earplug Failures Making National Headlines

According to a recent NPR report, soldiers who have used 3M earplugs reported hearing loss in both ears, as well as a persistent hearing defect known as tinnitus.

By Whitney J. Butcher

/ 13 Mar 2019

FDA Warns of Genital Gangrene Associated with SGLT2 Inhibitors for Type II Diabetes

After increasing incidents of necrotizing fasciitis of the perineum reported among Type II diabetic patients taking SGLT2 inhibitors, the FDA is requiring the risk to be added to the prescribing information.

By Whitney J. Butcher

/ 19 Feb 2019

3M Combat Earplugs Caused Thousands of US Service Members to have Hearing Loss

Thousands of American armed forces members are suffering from hearing loss and tinnitus because of defective earplugs supplied to the US Military by 3M Company.

By Whitney J. Butcher

/ 24 Jan 2019

3M Combat Earplugs Caused Thousands of US Service Members to have Hearing Loss

FDA’s Changes to Medical Device Approval Not Extended to Prescription Drugs

Although the FDA has announced that it is reconsidering and overhauling its current expedited approval process for medical devices, the agency has not made any similar announcements regarding updates on its drug approval process.

By Whitney J. Butcher

/ 10 Dec 2018