Archive for December 17, 2009

Levaquin Tendon Injury Risk Higher in Patients over 60, Transplant Patients

Levaquin Tendon Injury Risk Higher in Patients over 60, Transplant Patients

The antibiotic Levaquin®, which has been linked to serious tendon injury, especially to the vulnerable Achilles' tendon, presents the greatest risk of such injuries to patients over 60 and those who have had kidney, heart, or lung transplants.

Covidien Gets FDA Approval for Generic Version of Actiq Fentanyl Lozenge

Covidien Gets FDA Approval for Generic Version of Actiq Fentanyl Lozenge

Covidien PLC has announced its intention to market a generic version of the Actiq® fentanyl citrate painkiller lozenge by early 2010, after recent approval by the Food and Drug Administration (FDA).

How to Identify Chinese Drywall in Your Home

How to Identify Chinese Drywall in Your Home

Thousands of complaints have been lodged with federal and state agencies about alleged property damage and health problems blamed on Chinese drywall used in home construction. If you think your home contains Chinese drywall, there are ways to find out, some certain, some circumstantial.