You may be hearing on television and online about the cancer risk associated with power morcellators. Here is what you need to know. How the Device Works A power morcellator is a surgical tool that can be used to remove fibroids from a woman’s uteru... More
In the first Risperdal case to go to trial, a Philadelphia jury in February awarded $2.5 million against the drug maker. The jury concluded that the manufacturer negligently failed to warn the plaintiff and his family about the risk of abnormal breast gro... More
Use of Depakote during pregnancy has been linked to serious side effects in children. Infants born to mothers who use Depakote have shown a higher rate of birth defects when compared to other medications. Major complications in newborns include neural tub... More
Hip replacement procedures are common, but the wrong implant can cause significant complications. Recent medical reports confirm that metal hip devices fail at an alarming rate and carry serious health risks not seen with other implants. The U.S. Food and... More
Risperdal (risperidone) is in a class of medications known as atypical antipsychotics. The drug is used to treat schizophrenia, manic or mixed episodes in patients with bipolar disorder, and behavioral problems associated with autism. Male breast growth i... More
Topamax (topiramate) is in a class of medications called anticonvulsants. The drug is used to treat seizures in patients who have epilepsy, and to prevent the onset of migraine headaches. Your doctor may prescribe Topamax for other purposes, though the ma... More