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Zocor Side Effects, Muscle Damage Lead to Recall

Zocor, a drug that helps lower cholesterol, has recently been recalled, as it may increase the risk of rhabdomyolysis, a potentially fatal muscle disease. Zocor was developed by Merck & Co., but is now available as a generic. Read more
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Avandia Side Effects Draw Concern From Senate

Last month, a U.S. Senate report forced Avandia back into the spotlight with allegations that GlaxoSmithKline was deliberately covering up the adverse side effects of the drug. The report accused the company of deceiving the FDA and pressuring professionals into... Read more
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Avelox Liver Disease Association Prompts Canadian Health Warning

Healthcare professionals in Canada recently released a warning that the prescription medication Avelox may be associated with the rare but potentially life-threatening possibility of liver injury. Many times doctors will begin treating with Avelox before it has been determined through... Read more