Individuals with gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD) often take either Prilosec (omeprazole) or Nexium (esomeprazole). Both medications belong to a family …
What Is Nexium Used For? Proton Pump Inhibitor (PPI) for Acid Reflux
Acid flowing back into the esophagus causes heartburn. It can be extremely painful. Heartburn’s a symptom of gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD). Of …
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 …
Xarelto Versus Pradaxa
Xarelto® and Pradaxa® are among a new wave of blood thinners dethroning warfarin, doctors’ prescription choice for over 60 years. …
Taxotere Chemotherapy Hair Loss Timeline
“Will I lose my hair?” is often the first question patients ask regarding the side effects of chemotherapy treatment. Chemotherapy-induced hair …
Experts Weigh In on Invokana Strokes and Consumer Safety
Diabetics constantly need exceptional care and help regulating blood glucose levels. But new, popular drug Invokana (canagliflozin) is making experts …
Invokana Ketoacidosis: Acetone Breath & Hyperglycemia
Invokana ketoacidosis (DKA) is a serious and potentially fatal condition. Though diabetic keotacidosis isn’t uncommon in type 1 diabetics, it’s …
Why You Have an Increased Risk of Invokana Kidney Failure
In March 2016, Joan Mullin filed a complaint against Janssen Pharmaceuticals, a subsidiary of Johnson & Johnson. She claims that Janssen failed …
Taxotere and Carboplatin: Combination Chemotherapy
It doesn’t take a pharmacist or doctor to know that combining certain drugs can make them more effective—or more deadly. …
Cherokee Nation Throws Risperdal Lawsuit at J&J
Cherokee Nation faces Johnson & Johnson and its subsidiary, Janssen Pharmaceuticals, in Oklahoma state court over Risperdal’s dangerous side effects. …