Archive for August, 2014:

August 17th, 2014

Lipitor Lawsuits Among Women Soar in Past 5 Months (Just as I predicted would happen!!!)

 Medical News | Physician's First Watch August 11, 2014 Lipitor Lawsuits Among Women Soar in Past 5 Months Lawsuits by U.S. women who blame Lipitor (atorvastatin) for their type 2 diabetes have soared over the past 5 months, from 56 to nearly 1000 cases representing 4000 women, according to a […]

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August 17th, 2014

Bisphosphonates Increase Risk of Incident AF

Bisphosphonates Increase Risk of Incident AF Atrial Fibrillation, Cardiovascular Diseases June 11, 2014 Bisphosphonates have proven to be highly effective treatment for osteoporosis, osteopenia, and the prevention of fractures. As their use has become more widespread, however, adverse effects are seen with increasing frequency. In particular, bisphosphonates have been linked […]

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August 17th, 2014

Alcohol Intake and Atrial Fibrillation

Alcohol Intake and Atrial Fibrillation: Even Moderation Is Risky.  Alcohol Intake and Atrial Fibrillation: Even Moderation Is Risky August 08, 2014 As the incidence of atrial fibrillation (AF) increases worldwide, awareness of risk factors for this arrhythmia is also on the rise. For some risk factors, such as aging, obstructive […]

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August 17th, 2014

Lower Treated BP Tied to Elevated Death Rates

Lower Treated BP Tied to Elevated Death Rates August 11, 2014 NEW YORK - Death rates are higher with treated systolic blood pressures both above 139 mm Hg and below 130 mm Hg, with similar increases in individuals with diastolic blood pressures outside of the 60-79 mm Hg range, according […]

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August 15th, 2014

Voluntary Recall: Peritoneal Dialysis Solution

  Baxter announced today that it is in the process of recalling two lots of peritoneal dialysis solution. The drug, DIANEAL Low Calcium (2.5mEq/L) Peritoneal Dialysis Solution with 2.5% Dextrose 5000 mL (Ambu-Flex II), is used for chronic renal failure patients. The voluntary recall is due to the presence of […]

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