Most people assume when they are given a prescription from their doctor, it has received prior approval from the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA), whose purpose is to protect the consumer. This is not always the case.
The FDA and ‘Big...
Blood Pressure Drug OLMESARTAN Linked to Intestinal Problems
The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) is warning that blood pressure drug olmesartan medoxomil, marketed as Benicar, Benicar HCT, Azor, Tribenzor, and generics, can cause intestinal problems known as sprue-like enteropathy.
Symptoms of...
BMW Recalls 1.6 Million Cars due to Airbag Issues
Last month the U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) said seven automakers; BMW, Honda, Nissan, Toyota, Mazda, Chrysler and Ford would be recalling vehicles to fix a possible safety defect in air bag inflators built by the...