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Some stimulant drugs may cause drug injuries such as addiction February 5, 2009 According to Reuters, some stimulant drugs which are used to treat Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder symptoms may cause drug injuries such as addiction. According to the report, stimulant drugs such as methylphenidate could cause drug injuries such as the brain changes similar to those seen with cocaine addiction. The study that discovered (more...)

Painkiller may cause drug injuries February 3, 2009 The Associated Press reported that the FDA is recommending a ban on Darvon, a painkiller that has been shown to increase chances of drug injuries to patients taking the medication. The drug has been used to treat pain for the past 50 years, but it has been discovered that it could cause (more...)

ADHD medicine could cause drug injuries January 29, 2009 Reuters reported that medicines prescribed to children for Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder can cause drug injuries even when taken as directed. According to the study, medications such as Ritalin, Focalin XR, Adderall XR, Daytrana patch, Concerta, Strattera, and Metadate CD could cause drug injuries such as hallucinations even when taken as directed. (more...)

Preemies exposed to potential drug injuries January 27, 2009 Health Day reported that liquid forms of medications may have left premature babies exposed to drug injuries. Agents called excipients are responsible for the potential drug injuries. Excipients aid in administration, absorption, and preservation of the medications that are commonly given to premature babies. The U.K. study found that over 20 excipients (more...)