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Essure Problems Lead FDA to Restrict Birth Control Device Sales
From 2002 to 2015, the FDA received over 5,000 complaints about popular birth control device Essure. This doesn’t include the …
Blood Clot Filter Use Down Since FDA Warning, Study Finds
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FDA Issues Updated Invokana Amputation Risk Warning
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FDA Warning: Invokana Doubles Diabetic Amputation Risks
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Stryker Hip Recall: What the FDA Wants You to Know
In June 2012, medical device manufacturer Stryker recalled two artificial hip implant products. This voluntary withdrawal came after the US …
Category X Drugs: What the FDA Thinks You Should Know
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AMS Launches Transvaginal Mesh Investigation Following FDA Warning
Earlier in 2014, the U.S. Food and Drug Administration sent a warning letter to American Medical Systems (AMS) following a growing number of lawsuits against the company due to faulty transvaginal mesh devices (TVM), and a statement from parent company Endo International PLC announced that AMS will move forward with the 522 postmarket surveillance study for the Elevate product.
Transvaginal Mesh Manufacturer Receives Warning from FDA
Endo International PLC., the parent company of American Medical Systems (AMS), was issued a letter of warning from the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) following an inspection of the facility where it found three federal regulation violations against how some urological devices and transvaginal mesh are manufactured.
Xarelto vs Warfarin: Comparing Blood Thinner Medications
Xarelto is a blood thinner, or anticoagulant, that’s prescribed to help prevent heart attacks in people who are at risk, but it also carries the possible side effect of internal bleeding that often leads to hospitalization.
Metallosis: What Artificial Hip Joint Patients Must Know
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Nexium Pros and Cons vs. Generic Prilosec for Acid Reflux
During a flare-up, people with severe heartburn will usually try anything to relieve the pain. Dietary changes and weight control …
Tasigna Side Effects – Cancer Drug Raises Heart Damage Risks
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Invokana Facts: 5 Things You Should Know
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Essure Overview: Permanent Birth Control Implant and Sterilization
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Taxotere vs Taxol: Which Chemo Drug Is Right For You?
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Invokana Overview: Diabetes Drug Causes 2x More Amputations
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What Is Nexium Used For? Proton Pump Inhibitor (PPI) for Acid Reflux
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Filing a Risperdal Claim Due to Gynecomastia Side Effects
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