Prolia Hypocalcemia Problems Among Dialysis Patients Results in FDA Investigation
The FDA warns Prolia has been linked to dangerously low calcium blood levels.
Tag Archives: Kidney Disease
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ISMP Warns of Dosing Errors Linked to Paxlovid
The ISMP warns of dozens of dosing errors linked to the COVID-19 drug Paxlovid, often involving overdosing of patients with renal impairment.
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Wrongful Death Lawsuit Filed Over Toxic Foam In Recalled Philips Mechanical Ventilator
A husband says a Philips mechanical ventilator used by his late wife led to her death because it exposed her to toxic sound abatement foam.
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Philips CPAP Lawsuit Filed Over Over Injuries Linked To Recalled Sleep Apnea Machines
Four plaintiffs who filed a Philips CPAP machine lawsuit, say the recalled sleep apnea devices led to multiple injuries, including kidney disease, respiratory and lung problems, and even death.
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Hypertension Patients Often Given Medications Which Raise Their Blood Pressure Even Higher: Study
Nearly 20% of hypertension patients are prescribed drugs which may raise their blood pressure even further, according to the findings of a new study.
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Community-Acquired Pneumonia Risk Linked To Use of Proton Pump Inhibitors (PPI)
A new study links the use of heartburn drugs like Nexium and Prilosec to an increased risk of community-acquired pneumonia.
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Paraquat Kidney Disease Lawsuit Filed Over Exposure To Herbicide on Farmlands
A paraquat lawsuit claims the weed killer not only can cause Parkinson's disease, but can also cause severe kidney damage.
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Patients With Sickle-Cell Disease Less Likely To Receive Needed Kidney Transplants: Study
Patients with sickle cell disease, often African Americans, are less likely to be given a kidney transplant, even though it could save their lives, according to the findings of a…
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HIV Drug Study Highlights Difference In Kidney, Liver Risks Between Older and Newer Gilead Drugs
A new study and HIV drug recommendations highlights the safety differences between newer and older Gilead HIV medications.
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Long-Term Proton Pump Inhibitor Prescriptions Provide “Low Value” for Older Adults: Study
A third of heartburn drugs prescribed to elderly patients may be unnecessary, researchers warn.
