When you hear that a drug you are taking is being recalled, you may necessarily feel concerned and scared about the potential harm. You have a right to expect that the drugs you are prescribed to be safe. When a drug company learns of a defect with one of its...
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What does it mean if a drug is defective?
When you take a prescription drug, you expect it to be safe and effective for your condition. However, sometimes, drugs can cause serious side effects, injuries or even death due to defects in their design, manufacturing or labeling. In such cases, Southeast Texans...
Drugs containing common carcinogen recalled, lawsuits filed
Nitrosamines are a chemical most of us are exposed to in minute quantities. Nitrosamines can be found in the water we drink, the meats we grill, and the dairy products and produce we eat. However, studies have exposed a link to an increased cancer risk in people who...
Eyedrops recalled due to bacterial contamination
Eyedrops are something we rely on to avoid dry and itchy eyes and help reduce redness or puffiness. They can help our eyes remain healthy and moisturized, and many Texas residents rely on eyedrops for this purpose. You probably never imagined that eyedrops could cause...
The responsibility of drug companies for the opioid crisis
In the last quarter of a century, there have been over 300,000 deaths in the United States because of opioid substances. Researchers also anticipate that there is the potential for another 500,000 deaths within the next 10 years. It is believed that the majority of...
Prescription cough medicine may be placing kids at risk
Prescription medications are important for many people in Texas and across the United States. They are used to treat illnesses, help with conditions and to improve people’s lives. However, these medications sometimes have side effects that can cause damage. In some...
What are the elements of a products liability case?
Houston residents count on prescription drugs and other medical products to treat a variety of medical conditions. When those products cause more harm than good, the user may be able to file a medical products liability claim against the manufacturer of the product...
Are some birth control pills dangerous?
Oral contraceptives have been on the market for over 50 years as a safe form of birth control, as well as to treat certain medical conditions in adolescent girls and young women. All birth control pills use either estrogen or progestin or a combination of both. In...
Why are prescription drugs recalled?
There are many different prescription drugs that people in Texas use for a variety of reasons. These prescriptions are developed and produced by different pharmaceutical companies and may be designed for a particular purpose and then found to be useful for other...
Should I be fearful of drugs if their FDA approval was accelerated?
Medications are designed to help people with their illnesses and conditions. Patients put their trust in these drugs, the companies that formulate them and the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) in ensuring they are safe. However, there are times when the FDA...