Zometa Side Effects Increase Risk of Osteonecrosis of the Jaw: Study
A new study suggests frequent Zometa injections increase the risk of jawbone death for some cancer patients.
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Fosamax Hip Fracture Risk Identified in New Report
A new study suggests that bone-strengthing drugs like Fosamax may increase the risk hip fractures among elderly users.
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Use of Fosamax, Other Bone Drugs Drop After Reports of Fractures, Lawsuits
Fewer people now use Fosamax and similar bone strengthening drugs following reports of femur fractures associated with side effects of bisphosphonates, according to a new study.
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Stopping Zometa Use After Three Years Lowers Risk of Fracture: Study
Taking a three year drug holiday can decrease the risk of bone fractures, according to the findings of a new study.
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Bisphosphonates Linked To Atrial Fibrillation Risk in New Study
A new study finds a link between Fosamax and Atrial Fibrillation six years after federal researchers dismissed such a connection.
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Side Effects of Bisphosphonates Increase Risk of Atrial Fibrillation: Study
Fosamax and similar drugs may increase the risk of atrial fibrillation, according to a new study.
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Zometa Jaw Decay Trial Ends in Defense Verdict
A New Jersey jury returned a defense verdict this week in a trial over claims that the bone-strengthening drug Zometa caused a woman’s jaw bone to decay.
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Zometa Lawsuit Results in $10.45M Verdict Over Jaw Damage
A New York jury has awarded $10.45 million to a woman who filed a product liability lawsuit alleging that the bone strengthening drug Zometa caused severe jaw damage.
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Stop Using Fosamax, Actonel, Similar Drugs After Femur Fracture: Study
Individuals who have suffered a femur fracture while using Fosamax, Actonel or another bisphophonate medication can decrease their chances of having a second break if they simply stop taking the…
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Zometa Jaw Decay Verdict Upheld, Judge Blasts Novartis for Cover-Up
A federal judge has rejected an attempt by Novartis to overturn the verdict in a Zometa jaw decay lawsuit, highlighting evidence that suggests the drug maker’s employees intentionally covered up…