NSAIDs
NSAIDs Oligohydramnios Lawsuits
NSAIDs May Cause Low Amniotic Fluid Risks to Unborn Babies and NSAID Manufacturers Failed to Warn Pregnant Mothers Not to Take NSAIDs at 20 Weeks and Later U.S. FDA - January 11, 2021 – The U.S. Food and Drug Administration has updated its warning letter and its Drug Safety Communication concerning the risk of taking … [Read more...] about NSAIDs Oligohydramnios Lawsuits
NSAIDs Oligohydramnios Fetal Injury and Stillbirth Lawsuit Lawyers
FDA - October 15, 2020 - According to a press announcement from the U.S. Food and Drug Administration, published a new Drug Safety Communication requiring labeling revisions for all nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (also known as NSAIDs). These label modifications will include a new warning to pregnant women alerting them of a … [Read more...] about NSAIDs Oligohydramnios Fetal Injury and Stillbirth Lawsuit Lawyers
Adverse Effects of NSAIDs on Ovulation
Adverse Effects of NSAIDs on Ovulation. A presentation at the 2015 European League Against Rheumatism (EULAR) Annual Congress, researchers warned that nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs) may adversely affect ovulation. NSAIDs are among the most commonly prescribed drugs for pain and inflammation and are frequently used … [Read more...] about Adverse Effects of NSAIDs on Ovulation
NSAIDs Increase Risk of Stroke
FDA Warning About NSAIDs Stroke Risk. The warning label on non-aspirin, nonsteroidal, anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs) is being revised to reflect an increased risk of heart attack or stroke. In a Safety Alert issued July 9, 2015, the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) announced that the warning will be strengthened … [Read more...] about NSAIDs Increase Risk of Stroke
NSAIDs Risks For Heart Attack
Parker Waichman is investigating potential lawsuits on behalf of individuals who suffered injuries related to NSAIDs, including ibuprofen, one of the most popular over-the-counter (OTC) pain relievers used worldwide. According to the Atlanta Journal-Constitution (AJC.com), researchers have long warned against the risk of heart attack … [Read more...] about NSAIDs Risks For Heart Attack
COX-2 Inhibitors Raise Heart Risks
COX-2 Inhibitors More Likely to Raise Heart Risks. A new study that confirms the heart risks associated with a class of drugs called NSAIDs has found that the increased risk correlates to the specific pain-causing molecule they act against. According to the study, NSAIDS that are cox-2 inhibitors are more likely to increase the risks … [Read more...] about COX-2 Inhibitors Raise Heart Risks
Vioxx Heart Attacks Risk
Vioxx Can Cause Heart Attacks. Lawyers for Merck & Co. were expected to cross examine an expert witness on Friday over his belief that the company’s former blockbuster pain drug Vioxx can cause heart attacks and can trigger an event in less than a month. Wayne Ray, who studies the risks and benefits of drugs, told … [Read more...] about Vioxx Heart Attacks Risk
Antibiotic Use in Childhood May Increase Risk of Lymphoma
Researchers Find NSAID Use May Increase Risk of Lymphoma. A study conducted at the Northern California Cancer Centre in Fremont and published in the most recent issue of the American Journal of Epidemiology found that using antibiotics more than 10 times in childhood or being a “heavy” user of non-steroidal … [Read more...] about Antibiotic Use in Childhood May Increase Risk of Lymphoma
Many Painkiller Users Not Protected Against Stomach Bleeding
A new study finds that less than a third of patients at high risk for gastrointestinal bleeding while taking NSAID painkillers are being prescribed medicines to prevent that bleeding. NSAIDs include over-the-counter and prescription versions of aspirin, ibuprofen and naproxen (Aleve), as well as Vioxx and Bextra, which have been … [Read more...] about Many Painkiller Users Not Protected Against Stomach Bleeding
New Study Links Common Painkillers with Heart-Attack Risk
Painkillers May Increase The Risk Of Heart Attack According To A Research. Ibuprofen and other non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDS) may increase the risk of heart attack, according to research published in this week's BMJ. Patients should not stop taking the drugs involved, the authors caution, but further … [Read more...] about New Study Links Common Painkillers with Heart-Attack Risk
Safety Information Regarding Selective COX-2 Inhibitor NSAIDs
Selective COX-2 Inhibitor NSAIDs Safety Information. Health Canada wishes to inform Canadians of safety concerns regarding the group of drugs known as selective COX-2 inhibitor NSAIDs (non-steroidal anti-inflammatories). These include Vioxx (rofecoxib), which has been withdrawn from the market, Celebrex (celecoxib), … [Read more...] about Safety Information Regarding Selective COX-2 Inhibitor NSAIDs
Aleve Ingredient Joins Painkillers Linked to Risks
Aleve Painkillers Linked to Risks. The epidemic of bad news about the potential risks of popular anti-inflammatory medications expanded yesterday as federal officials announced that naproxen, a painkiller sold by prescription and also over the counter as Aleve, might increase people's risk of having a heart attack or … [Read more...] about Aleve Ingredient Joins Painkillers Linked to Risks
Popular Painkillers May Hurt More Than Thought
Painkillers May Cause Damage To Gastrointestinal Tract. Employing cutting-edge technology, researchers have discovered that a popular painkiller causes more significant damage to the gastrointestinal tract than previously thought. Baylor College of Medicine researchers announced Monday that images taken by tiny cameras … [Read more...] about Popular Painkillers May Hurt More Than Thought
Study Says COX-2 Drugs May Not be Worth the Extra Money
COX-2 Drugs Gastrointestinal Side Effects. New studies challenge the cost-effectiveness of COX-2 drugs compared to traditional non-steroidal anti-inflammatory (NSAIDs), such as ibuprofen and naproxen, in treating arthritis, acute pain and other disorders. The studies were done by Express Scripts Inc., one of the nation's … [Read more...] about Study Says COX-2 Drugs May Not be Worth the Extra Money
How Safe Are the New COX-2 Painkillers
Are COX-2 Painkillers Safe? Michael Castellino is one of approximately 33 million people who take nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDS) like ibuprofen and diclofenac for pain (in his case, for osteoarthritis). "I can't live without my meds, but it was getting that I couldn't live with them either," says the … [Read more...] about How Safe Are the New COX-2 Painkillers
