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
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
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