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Lamictal Stevens-Johnson Syndrome Case Requires Burn Unit Treatment
A California high school cheerleader recently required treatment in a Los Angeles burn center for Stevens-Johnson Syndrome, a rare and potentially deadly skin disease that appears to have been brought on as a side effect of Lamictal, an epilepsy drug.
Neurontin Lawsuit Trial Begins Over Suicide Side Effects
The first of over 1,200 lawsuits against Pfizer alleging that Neurontin side effects increase the risk of suicide will begin trial this week. The case is one both the judge and the plaintiff’s attorney say will be hard to win, so a plaintiff’s verdict would indicate serious trouble for Pfizer’s ability to defend itself against [...]
Depakote Birth Side Effects Need Further Review: FDA Officials
FDA researchers are requesting that the agency take a closer look at Depakote side effects for pregnant women, to examine whether there is a link between the anti-seizure medication and developmental delays in children born to mothers who took the drug.
Epilepsy Drug Birth Defects Lead to New Guidelines for Pregnant Women
According to new guidelines issued by the American Academy of Neurology and American Epilepsy Society, pregnant women should avoid taking the drug valproate, which could include Depakote, Depacon and several generic versions. The risk of valproate birth defects appears to outweigh the benefits provided by taking the drug during pregnancy, which is usually a [...]
Zonegran Side Effects May Cause Chemical Imbalances in the Blood: FDA
The FDA has issued an alert to notify healthcare professionals that Zonegran, which is also available as generic zonisamide, can cause metabolic acidosis side effects in some patients. This blood disorder could have an adverse effect on the kidneys and bones, and may retard growth in children.
Epilepsy Drug Suicide Warnings Added by FDA
The FDA is requiring the manufacturers of 11 different epilepsy drugs, such as Lamictal, Lyrica, Topamax and Depakote, to warn about potential side effects that may increase the risk of suicide and suicidal thoughts.
