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• Arthritis and Joint Pain Supplement Recalled for Heart Attack Risks From Undisclosed Drug Ingredients

  October 18, 2024

  Michael Adams

  AK Forte Dietary Supplements may contain three undisclosed medications, which federal regulators warn could lead to dangerous drug interactions and other adverse side effects.

• Gastrointestinal Damage Caused By Heartburn Drugs, NSAIDs May Lead to Parkinson’s Disease: Study

  September 16, 2024

  Martha Garcia

  A new study appears to provide additional evidence that Parkinson's disease may be initiated by gastrointestinal damage caused by heartburn drugs, such as Nexium or Prilosec, as well as NSAIDs, like Motrin and Aleve.

• Unnecessary NSAID Use Linked to Avoidable Health Problems and Medical Costs: Study

  August 1, 2024

  Martha Garcia

  A new study from the U.K. indicates the unnecessary use of NSAIDs like Aleve and Motrin may cause more health problems than they prevent.

• NSAID Use with Hormonal Birth Control Increases Blood Clot, Embolism Risks: Study

  September 21, 2023

  Martha Garcia

  A new study warns that using common painkillers alongside some hormonal birth control medications may significantly increase the risk of blood clots and potentially life-threatening embolisms, researchers warn.

• NSAID Hypersensitivity Frequently Seen in Children, Study Warns

  October 3, 2022

  Martha Garcia

  A new study finds a high rate of hypersensitivity in children to drugs like Motrin, Aleve and aspirin.

• Opioids Should Be Avoided For Treating Back Pain in Older Adults: Study

  July 14, 2022

  Martha Garcia

  A new study finds no single painkiller is perfect for back pain for elderly patients, but warns opioids should be avoided.

• Long-term NSAID, Steroid Use May Prolong Back Pain Instead of Treat It: Study

  May 13, 2022

  Martha Garcia

  A new study warns steroids and NSAIDs could prolong pain and cause it to become chronic.

• Hypertension Patients Often Given Medications Which Raise Their Blood Pressure Even Higher: Study

  December 2, 2021

  Martha Garcia

  Nearly 20% of hypertension patients are prescribed drugs which may raise their blood pressure even further, according to the findings of a new study.

• Despite Widespread Use, Most Patients Do Not Want to Take Opioids After Surgery: Survey

  November 11, 2021

  Martha Garcia

  A new survey reveals most patients would try an opioid-free pain relief program after surgery if given the option.

• Intestinal Bleeding Risk Linked To SSRIs Combined With NSAIDS: Study

  November 2, 2021

  Martha Garcia

  A new study suggests taking NSAIDs like Advil and Motrin, along with certain types of antidepressants, like Prozac and Zoloft, could increase the risk of gastrointestinal bleeds.