Study Raises Questions About Zonegran For Weight Loss
New research involving the use of the epilepsy medication Zonegran for weight loss has shown promising results, but raises concerns about a number of potentially severe side effects seen.
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Drug Companies Top Other Industries in Federal Fraud Lawsuits: Report
The pharmaceutical industry leads the way in committing fraud against the U.S. government, according to the findings of a study conducted by the consumer watchdog group Public Citizen.
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Elan Reaches $203M Settlement with DOJ over Zonegran Marketing
Elan Pharmaceuticals Inc. has agreed to pay $203 million to resolve a federal probe into illegal marketing of the epilepsy drug Zonegran.
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Zonegran Side Effects May Cause Chemical Imbalances in the Blood: FDA
The FDA has issued an alert to notify healthcare professionals that Zonegran, which is also available as generic zonisamide, can cause metabolic acidosis side effects in some patients. This blood…
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Epilepsy Drug Suicide Warnings Added by FDA
The FDA is requiring the manufacturers of 11 different epilepsy drugs, such as Lamictal, Lyrica, Topamax and Depakote, to warn about potential side effects that may increase the risk of…
