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Are You at Risk of Taking a Recalled Medication?
March 2nd, 2021
|When you take a medication, you trust that it has been thoroughly tested by its manufacturer and is safe for consumption. But sometimes, new information comes to light that forces manufacturers to pull their medications from the market. When this happen, it’s called a recall, but not all recalls are the same. The U.S. Food
Read MoreMany 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 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 MoreTake a Heartburn Drug? Watch for Serious Side Effects!
January 26th, 2021
|Heartburn and acid reflux are two of the most common digestive complaints. Millions of Americans suffer from indigestion and rely on medications to help control their symptoms. Unfortunately, two types of heartburn drugs have come under fire in recent years due to the risks they pose to patients. Zantac (ranitidine) is an over-the-counter heartburn drug
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