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Many Dietary Supplements Are Prescription Drugs in Disguise
| February 23rd, 2021
On Feb. 16, 2021, the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) reported that a dietary supplement called “Adam’s Secret” was being recalled by its manufacturer after it was discovered that the product contained undeclared amounts of sildenafil and/or tadalafil. Both of these ingredients are found in erectile dysfunction drugs, which are currently prescription only due
Read MoreDid You Suffer Hearing Loss in the Military? You May Be Eligible for Compensation.
| February 16th, 2021
Military service is associated with many risks, from training exercises to live combat. But one risk that few servicemembers think about is hearing loss. That’s because military servicemembers are given earplugs, which are designed to protect their ears from loud noises. Unfortunately, one of the most commonly assigned earplugs—3M’s Combat Arms—is now known to be
Read MoreWhy You Should Call Your Doctor Immediately If You Suspect a Drug Injury
| February 9th, 2021
At Ferrer, Poirot & Wansbrough, we know that doctors aren’t infallible. We regularly handle medical malpractice claims filed against negligent doctors who harm their patients. But we also know that most doctors are hardworking people who simply want to help their patients feel better. Because of that, patients should trust their doctors unless they have
Read MoreCatheter Recalled Due to Increased Risk of Injury and Death
| February 2nd, 2021
The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) recently announced that Penumbra is recalling its JET 7 Reperfusion Catheter with Xtra Flex Technology due to the risks that it poses for causing serious injuries and even death in patients who use it. The catheter is typically used for removing clots in stroke patients, but the company
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