Levaquin Mitochondrial Toxicity Warning Urged in FDA Petition
Mitochondrial toxicity from the antibiotic Levaquin may cause a variety of ailments, according to a pharmaceutical watchdog group that wants a new black label warning added to the drug.
Tag Archives: Parkinsons Disease
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Pesticides Linked to Parkinson’s Disease Risk: Study
A new study's findings strengthens evidence of a link between pesticides and Parkinson's disease.
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Hyperbaric Oxygen Therapy Ads May Be Misleading, Dangerous: FDA
Misleading ads for hyperbaric chamber oxygen treatments could put patients at risk for little if any benefits, the FDA warns.
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Fresenius Kabi Recall Issued For Generic Cogentin Injections
Four lots of generic Cogentin (benzotropine mesylate) are being recalled due to glass particle contamination. Fresenius Kabi has halted production to address the problem.
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Exposure to Pesticides, Solvents Linked to Parkinson’s Disease Risk: Study
A new study provides further evidence that many common pesticides and other solvents may increase the risk of Parkinson’s disease.
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Medtronic Deep Brain Stimulation Leads May Be Damaged During Implant
Federal health officials are warning that problems with caps on Medtronic Deep Brain Stimulation (DBS) leads could cause severe injury or death.
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Roundup Weed Killer May Cause Parkinson’s, Cancer, Other Problems
Exposure to the commonly used weed killer Roundup may be linked to a risk of serious health problems, including Parkinson’s disease, cancer, Alzheimer’s disease and autism, according to the findings…
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Study Finds Link Between Head Injuries, Pesticide and Parkinson’s Disease
A new study suggests that head injuries and exposure to certain herbicides may increase the risk of Parkinson’s disease.
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Mirapex Side Effects Could Increase Risk of Heart Failure, FDA Warns
Federal drug regulators are warning that side effects of Mirapex, a Parkinson’s disease and restless leg syndrome drug, may increase the risk of heart failure.
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Doctor Warns About Link Between Lipitor, Crestor and Diabetes
Statin-based cholesterol drugs, such as Crestor, Lipitor and Zocor, may actually increase the risk of diabetes, according to a report by a prominent osteopathic physician.