Deep vein thrombosis (DVT) patients must prevent blood clots from reaching their lungs. Otherwise, they risk suffering a pulmonary embolism. …
Xarelto Antidote Andexanet Alfa Could Gain FDA Approval Soon
According to the American Heart Association, 92.1 million Americans live with some form of cardiovascular disease. Many of them rely …
UPDATED: Portola Pharmaceuticals Gains FDA Approval for AndexXa
Twice now, Portola Pharmaceuticals submitted their groundbreaking Xarelto and Eliquis antidote for FDA approval. While the U.S. Food and Drug …
Filter Trial Nets Georgia Woman $3.6 Million for IVC Injuries
Arizona’s first federal IVC filter trial against C.R. Bard ruled in the plaintiff’s favor on March 30, 2018. A jury …
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 …
UPDATE: Judge Overturns $28 Million Xarelto Lawsuit Settlement for Couple
A Philadelphia jury awarded an Indiana couple $27.8 million in damages due to severe gastrointestinal bleeding while taking Xarelto. Plaintiff …
Top Three Most Dangerous Acid Reflux Drug Interactions
Proton pump inhibitors (PPIs) like Nexium and Prevacid are incredibly popular with acid reflux sufferers. PPIs are so effective because …
Three Potentially Dangerous Risperdal Drug Interactions
Risperdal® (risperidone) is an antipsychotic medication prescribed for schizophrenia and bipolar disorder. It’s also given to autistic children in order …
Proposed Xarelto Antidote AndexXa Denied FDA Approval
The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services says that4.2 million Americans aged 18 and older use prescription blood thinner …
Why Is a Xarelto Reversal Agent Needed?
For decades, Coumadin (warfarin) was the go-to anticoagulant drug. It was regularly prescribed by physicians to decrease stroke risk in …
Nexium Versus Prilosec: Is There Any Difference?
Individuals with gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD) often take either Prilosec (omeprazole) or Nexium (esomeprazole). Both medications belong to a family …
3 IVC Filter Questions to Ask Before Filing a Claim
An IVC filter acts like a cage that traps blood clots. Placed in the inferior vena cava (the largest vein …
Filing an IVC Filter Claim for Device Injuries
Inferior Vena Cava (IVC) FiltersOverview Lawsuit Information Side Effects Settlements & Compensation Filing a Claim Qualify for Settlement How to …
Xarelto Versus Pradaxa
Xarelto® and Pradaxa® are among a new wave of blood thinners dethroning warfarin, doctors’ prescription choice for over 60 years. …
How to Decide: Anticoagulant Therapy vs. IVC Filters
Stroke survivors know that if the universe could fire bullets, they’ve just dodged one. Imagining another stroke brings a rush …
IVC Filter Complications and How to Avoid Them
Surgeons implant IVC filters within the inferior vena cava. But when device complications arise, they can create serious health risks. …
Why IVC Filters Are Still Used, Despite FDA Warnings
The FDA issued several severe warnings about inferior vena cava filters. As a result, manufacturers recalled some IVC filters. Others …
What the Xarelto Anticoagulant Does to Your Body
How the Xarelto Anticoagulant Works To understand Xarelto, we first have to understand blood clots. Blood clotting (or “coagulation”) happens …
Xarelto Internal Bleeding Measurements Found to Be Unreliable
A recent study found tests used to measure bleeding risks may not be effective for patients taking Xarelto.
Invokana Side Effects Include Lost Toes, Kidney Failure
InvokanaOverview Lawsuit Information Side Effects Settlements & Compensation Filing a Claim Qualify for Settlement Invokana Side Effects & Health Complications …