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• Side Effects of Kayexalate, Kalexate, Other Treatments May Increase Risk of Hospitalization Due to Gastrointestinal Problems: Study

  June 11, 2019

  Martha Garcia

  The findings of a new study warn that Kayexalate and similar hyperkalemia drugs increase the risk of gastrointestinal injuries in elderly patients.

• Primsol Linked To Higher Risk Of Kidney Injuries When Used To Treat UTIs: Study

  February 13, 2018

  Irvin Jackson

  The antibiotic Primsol may increase the risk of acute kidney injury and hyperkalemia compared to other antibiotics when used to treat urinary tract infections, a new study warns.

• FDA Calls For Separate Dosing For Kayexalate Due To Interactions With Other Drugs

  September 7, 2017

  Martha Garcia

  The side effects of Kayexalate could reduce the effectiveness of other oral medications if taken at the same time, according to an FDA safety alert.

• Side Effects of Aldactone with Septra, Bactrim May Increase Risk of Death for Elderly: Study

  February 9, 2015

  Irvin Jackson

  A new study links the combination of Aldactone and antibiotics like Septra or Bactrim to an increased risk of death in elderly patients.

• Combination of Tekturna, Other Hypertension Drugs Gets FDA Warning

  April 23, 2012

  Staff Writers

  Federal health officials warn that the blood pressure drug Tekturna and similar medications should not be given to diabetics or...

• Tekturna Kidney Damage Warning Added to Labels in Europe

  February 21, 2012

  Staff Writers

  European drug regulators are calling for new kidney damage warnings for Tekturna and other drugs containing the active ingredient aliskiren. 

• Tekturna Problems Lead to Trial Cancellation, Safety Review

  December 23, 2011

  Staff Writers

  Potential concerns about side effects of Tekturna, a blood pressure drug sold by Novartis, have surfaced after clinical trials were...

• Septra and Aldactone Combo May Increase Hyperkalemia Risk, Group Warns

  December 5, 2011

  Staff Writers

  A consumer watchdog organization is warning the elderly to avoid the antibiotic, Septra, and the diuretic, Aldactone, due to a...