Many women in the Houston area suffer from a decrease in their sex drive. Many view it as a complication of getting older, being on certain medications, having children and a myriad of other reasons. But a drug company has recently approved a prescription medication...
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Month: March 2018
A hysterectomy performed using a power morcellation can be risky
Surgeries such as a hysterectomy are common procedures for women living in the Houston area. A hysterectomy or other procedures, such as the removal of uterine fibroids, can be done with minimally invasive surgeries that are safe and effective. But, one technique...
A medication killed my wife, can I file a wrongful death claim?
Many people in Houston take prescription medications for various ailments and chronic medical conditions. While all medications come with some side effects, these drugs are still relatively safe and the benefits outweigh the risks. Some, however, come with severe...
Agency issues caution for using medical-grade wires
There is no doubt that medical devices have improved the lives of many Houston residents. These medical devices add years to a person's life, and many times allow them to continue with a normal life. But a defective medical device can have devastating consequences.The...
Antibiotic has been linked to dangerous drug side effects
For decades, antibiotics have saved millions of lives. Illnesses that were at one time deadly can now be cured with antibiotics. But some antibiotics have dangerous drug side effects that can cause a serious injury. These antibiotics need to be taken with caution and...
Antipsychotic medicine can harm elderly people
For many in Houston, growing older can mean decreased quality of mental health. Dementia is a common ailment for the elderly and can be heartbreaking for families. Antipsychotic medication is frequently prescribed to these patients because of the difficulties they may...
Biomet hip replacement under scrutiny
Hip replacement is a popular surgery for many Houston residents. New hips can help people with mobility issues regain a normal life. But sometimes an implant device can turn out to be a defective medical device and cause more harm than good. One type of hip...
Medications from compounding pharmacy recalled
Many Houston residents need to take prescription medication for one reason or another. These medications are necessary to fight illnesses and to maintain a person's health. Most of the time medications are safe but occasionally a dangerous drug enters the market,...
Cosmetic devices are not the same as medical devices
Many Houston area residents use cosmetic items every day. The FDA warns that popular cosmetic items are not medical drugs and therefore do not go through the same quality testing. Pharmaceutical liability is important for drugs, but cosmetic devices can also be...
Defective medical device litigation
For every Texan who benefits from the wonders of medical technology, others suffer from defects in that same technology. Texans harmed by a poorly designed or manufactured medical device have legal options. But, with options come steps and decisions that need to be...