All Articles Tagged With: "Nexium"
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Prilosec Side Effects Interfere with Effectiveness of Plavix: FDA Warns
The FDA has issued a public health advisory warning that side effects of Prilosec, a stomach acid reducer, may interfere with the effectiveness of Plavix, an anti-blood clotting medication, increasing the risk of a heart attack, death or other injuries for patients.
Prilosec OTC Lawsuit Alleges Drug Increases Risk of Food Poisoning
A complaint was filed last week in Ohio alleging that side effects of Prilosec OTC increase the risk of food poisoning. The case was filed as a class action lawsuit on behalf of all individuals who purchased Prilosec OTC since 2004.
Heart Attack or Stroke Risk Found with Use of Plavix and Heartburn Drugs
According to new research, combining Plavix and heart burn drugs known as proton-pump inhibitors, which include Nexium and Prilosec, could substantially increase the risk of heart attack and stroke. This presents a particular problem for many patients, since the drugs are often prescribed together to combat the risk of gastrointestinal bleeding associated with Plavix [...]
Use of Plavix and Stomach Drugs Ups Risk of Death and Hospitalization
Although Plavix is prescribed to reduce the risk of heart attacks, new research suggests that when the anti-clotting drug is taken together with Nexium, Prilosec or other similar stomach medications to prevent gastrointestinal bleeding, users face an increased risk of death or being readmitted to the hospital with heart problems.
Combining Plavix and Heart Burn Drugs for Stent Patients May Increase Risk of Heart Attack, Stroke
According to new research presented yesterday at an American Heart Association conference, cardiac stent patients who are prescribed Plavix together with a heart burn drug like Nexium, may face an increased risk of heart attacks, strokes and other potentially life-threatening events.
