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A recent study found that the popular birth control Depo-Provera has been linked to a higher risk of developing rare brain tumors known as meningiomas. Though meningiomas are typically noncancerous and slow growing, they can still cause complications by exerting pressure on the brain. Surgery is often required to remove these tumors, and while…

The number of reported Ozempic injuries seems to increase by the day as the blockbuster drug continues to face scrutiny over its harmful side effects. Ozempic has been linked to serious gastrointestinal injuries such as intestinal blockages, bowel obstructions, and gastroparesis (stomach paralysis). The drug previously warned of gallbladder disease as a potential complication in 2022. Additional side…

Stevens-Johnson Syndrome (SJS) and Toxic Epidermal Necrolysis (TEN) are on a continuum of severe skin reactions that are often caused by medications. SJS is less severe than TEN because it covers approximately 10% of the body while TEN affects 30% or more of the body. These severe skin conditions usually begin with fever and flu-like symptoms including:…

In January 2021, Pfizer, the manufacturer of the rheumatoid arthritis drug Xeljanz®, announced the results of the safety clinical trial mandated by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA). The study analyzed the safety of tofacitinib, the active ingredient in Xeljanz, at two doses: 5 mg twice daily and 10 mg twice daily. Patients taking Xeljanz at…

2012: The FDA approved Xeljanz for rheumatoid arthritis patients who were not responding to other available medications. 2017: The FDA approved Xeljanz as a treatment for psoriatic arthritis patients. 2018: The FDA approved Xeljanz as a treatment for ulcerative colitis patients. February 25, 2019: The FDA alerted the public to the Xeljanz safety clinical trial…

Popular rheumatoid arthritis, psoriatic arthritis, and ulcerative medication Xeljanz has been potentially linked to MACE injuries, strokes, and blood clots through a clinical study. These injuries require extensive treatment. For additional information on the Xeljanz lawsuits, see our Xeljanz Area of Practice page. Treatment for MACE Injuries Major Adverse Cardiac Events (MACE) injuries include: Heart…