Bisphenol-A, or BPA, has been linked to many problems in the developing organs of children. The FDA banned BPA in baby bottle and sippy cups due to the chemical's link to affecting the brain, prostate gland, and behavior in children and … [Read more...]
Asthma Drug May Stunt Growth of Users
Budesonide, a drug that is very effective at keeping serious asthma at bay for users, may have an unintended side effect on children. According to researchers, the inhaled drug can stunt their growth. The "good news" is that the drug won't worsen … [Read more...]
Propecia Causes Long Term Side Effects
Propecia, also known as the baldness drug finasteride, allegedly leaves users with serious long-term side effects including impotence, diminished sex drive, anxiety and depression. Although these side-effects are nothing new, what makes it news is … [Read more...]
Risks of Cancer as a Side Effect of Taking Prescribed Medication
It's been estimated that by the middle of this century, cancer rates around the world will rise 75%. Many of these explosions in the rates of cancer will be tied to diet and obesity, environment, and other factors. Unfortunately, some will be tied to … [Read more...]
FDA Claims It Spends as Much Time Surveilling Drugs after Approval as Before Approval
Many drug side effects and risks are known as soon as a drug hit the market. Look at any of those minute long commercials where the risks take up the last half of the commercial, and you have a good idea of what goes onto the box. However, there are … [Read more...]
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