Following reports from the CDC of an increased risk of a serious and potentially blinding eye infections, AMO Complete Moisture Plus multi purpose lens solution has been removed from the market. The lawyers at Saiontz & Kirk, P.A. are reviewing Complete Moisture Plus recall lawsuits nationwide.… Read More
Today the FDA requested that a black box warning be added to MRI contrast agents which are gadolinium-based. For those with kidney problems, an MRA or MRI with contrast could lead to a debilitating and potentially fatal condition known as nephrogenic systemic fibrosis (NSF). Problems with… Read More
According to an article in next months issue of the New England Journal of Medicine, Avandia side effects significantly increase the risk of heart attacks and heart related death. While many are drawing comparisons to Vioxx, which was removed from the market nearly three years ago… Read More
Saiontz & Kirk, P.A. will not be reviewing any new lawsuits for users of anemia drugs who have suffered problems as a result of Aranesp, Procrit and Epogen side effects. The decision comes after two months of carefully reviewing the potential claims. Although there appears to… Read More
The epilepsy drug Depakote has been linked to an increased risk of mental retardation and birth injuries when taken during pregnancy. According to recent reports, the risk of Depakote birth defects could be significantly greater when compared to the risks associated with alternative anticonvulsants. (more…) Read More
Zelnorm was recently removed from the market after research linked the drug to an increased risk of heart attacks, strokes and other cardiovascular events. Some individuals with constipation predominant IBS (irritable bowel syndrome) have been seeking Zelnorm alternatives to relieve their symptoms. >>INFORMATION: Zelnorm Recall (more…) Read More
Two studies published this week in the Journal of the American Medical Association (JAMA) raise additional concerns about the safety of heart stents. Although drug eluting stents (DES) are only approved to treat certain type of blockages, researchers found that over half of all stents implanted… Read More
Individuals with kidney problems could develope a painful and serious disorder as a side effect of gadolinium contrast agents which may be administered for magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) or magnetic resonance angiography (MRA). The lawyers at Saiontz & Kirk, P.A. are reviewing lawsuits for individuals diagnosed… Read More
According to a New York Times article today, Eli Lilly provided incorrect and misleading information to the FDA regarding Zyprexa side effects back in February 2000. Federal regulators are reviewing whether actions will be taken against the drug maker for their deception. In addition, the company… Read More
Around one hundred thousand pounds of frozen beef patties and ground beef have been recalled after at least three children suffered food poisoning as a result of E. Coli infection. At this time, health officials are still investigating other potential cases of illness which may be linked… Read More
