Reports of renal impairment and kidney failure linked to Invokana (canagliflozin) use come as no surprise, given its mechanism of action, and should have been expected by Janssen Pharmaceutical. Invokana is used to treat type 2 diabetes. It works by … [Read more...]
Ketoacidosis
Diabetic ketoacidosis (DKA) is a dangerous medical condition that can affect anyone with diabetes, but is rare in type 2 diabetes. In DKA, acids build up in your blood. It can lead to diabetic coma and death. Invokana (canagliflozin) is in a class of … [Read more...]
Common Prescription Drugs May Turn Deadly when Taken with Grapefruit Juice
According to Canadian researchers, combining common prescription drugs with grapefruit juice can be a deadly combination. In the past four years, 26 new drugs were added to a list of those that may become harmful, bringing the group up to 43. … [Read more...]
New Study Says BPA May Cause Obesity in Kids
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...]
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