Daily Archives: January 26, 2012

Two studies show dangers of SSRI use during pregnancy

January 26, 2012 Pharmaceutical

Using antidepressant known as selective serotonin reuptake inhibitors, or SSRIs, during pregnancy can increase the risk of various birth defects, whether the drugs are used early or late in pregnancy, according to two studies published in the past six months. ... Read More

Watchdog group pushes FDA panel to revote on Yaz safety

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January 26, 2012 Pharmaceutical

A consumer watchdog group is calling for a revote by a Food and Drug Administration (FDA) advisory panel, after discovering that some members of the panel had ties to drug companies that made the pills under review. ... Read More

SSRIs increase fall risk for elderly patients with dementia

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January 26, 2012 Pharmaceutical

Falls are the No. 1 cause of accidental death in people age 65 years and older, and one common medication among elderly patients with dementia may be exacerbating the situation, suggests the British Journal of Clinical Pharmacology. ... Read More