Stomach Balloons Used for Weight Loss Linked to Five Deaths
FDA Issues Alert In the battle to lose unwanted pounds, people try various methods to achieve their weight-loss goals. Fluid-filled stomach balloons have been one method with potentially risky consequences. The ReShape and Orbera fluid-filled stomach balloons have been associated with five deaths and dozens of reports of pancreatitis … [Read more...] about Stomach Balloons Used for Weight Loss Linked to Five Deaths
Antidepressant Viibryd to Carry Warning for Acute Pancreatitis, Sleep Paralysis
Viibryd (Vilazodone) Safety Label to Include Sleep Paralysis, Acute Pancreatitis Viibryd (vilazodone) is a selective serotonin reuptake inhibitor (SSRI) manufactured by Forest Laboratories. According to a recent letter from the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA), the warning label on Viibryd will be updated to include acute … [Read more...] about Antidepressant Viibryd to Carry Warning for Acute Pancreatitis, Sleep Paralysis
Acute Pancreatitis, Over-inflation Reported with Obesity Balloon Treatment
Acute Pancreatitis, Over-inflation Reported. Parker Waichman LLP is investigating potential lawsuits on behalf of individuals who suffered adverse events related to fluid-filled intragastric balloons, such as the Orbera Balloon System manufactured by Apollo Endo-Surgery and the ReShape Balloon System manufactured by ReShape Medical … [Read more...] about Acute Pancreatitis, Over-inflation Reported with Obesity Balloon Treatment
