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211. Gardasil Lawsuit
  How to file a Gardasil lawsuit   Approved by the FDA in 2006, the Gardasil vaccine inoculates women against several forms of the sexually transmitted human papillomavirus (HPV), which increases the risk of cervical cancer. Following its introduction to market, public concerns about potential Gardasil side effects increased. In response, the FDA review..
212. Generic Adderall
A brief guide to generic AdderallThe prescription medication Adderall can be too expensive for some people to pay for regularly. To control costs, a doctor may prescribe Adderall in generic form. There are any different forms of this drug in its short-release form. Generic Adderall of tablets designed to be taken two to three times a day come with many different labels. The lon..
213. Gleevac
Gleevac What is Gleevec?Gleevec is the brand name for Imatinib, a drug currently marketed by Novartis for the treatment of leukemia and other forms of cancer. Unlike chemotherapy, Gleevec does not kill all cells in a targeted area but inhibits a specific enzyme which prevents cancer cells from growing. This drug is often the first drug prescribed to control leukemia. Gleevec is taken o..
214. Guide to Illegal Drugs
Guide to Illegal Drugs What are Illegal Drugs?Illegal drugs refer to classifications of chemicals that an individual, by law, is not allowed to possess, use or distribute. Illegal drugs are often addictive and deadly in nature; illegal drugs are often damaging to an individual’s mental state and physical healthy. The classification of which drugs are considered legal or illegal will vary from ..
215. Heroin
Heroin What is Heroin?Heroin is a byproduct of opium; upon the extraction of morphine – which is inherent to the naturally-occurring Poppy Plant – this substance can be ingested in a variety of methods. Despite the effects of Heroin, which have been classified as a sedating and numbing, Heroin is considered to be one of the most addictive drugs in circulation.How is Heroin Adminis..
216. How does Alli Work
How does Alli Work   How Does Alli Work? When asking how does Alli work, one must first understand the drug’s make-up and intended use. Orilstate, which is the principle drug of Alli, must be combined with a personalized low-calorie low-fat diet to help people lose weight. So, when wondering how does Alli work, one must comprehend the importance of a sturdy diet and rig..
217. Illicit Drug Trade
Illicit Drug Trade What is the Illicit Drug Trade?The Illicit or Illegal drug trade refers to the global black market, dedicated towards the cultivation, manufacturing, distribution and subsequent sale of those drugs which are considered illegal and subject to drug prohibition regulation. The majority of legal jurisdictions throughout the world prohibit the illicit drug trade, except for those se..
218. Important Facts You Must Know About Street Drugs
Important Facts You Must Know About Street Drugs What are Street Drugs? Street Drugs is a colloquial term that is used to classify an illegal drug that possesses a market of supply and demand in an urban or suburban environment. Common street drugs include: Crack cocaine, powder cocaine, marijuana, heroin and ecstasy. These drugs are all illegal in nature—with the exception of marijuana which has been rendered legal ..
219. Is Alli Safe
Is Alli Safe? When asking is Alli Safe, one must understand the weight-loss drug’s history, particularly the suspected Alli recall that occurred in August of 2009. Before reading on, it must be known that the Food and Drug Administration never instituted an Alli recall—the administration simply required the maker of Orlistate to change the label. There was no Alli reca..
220. Is Celebrex Safe
Is Celebrex Safe A brief guide to Celebrex effects     As with any prescription medication, taking Celebrex carries risks. Patients who wish to control pain stemming from arthritis, menstruation or other conditions should conduct extensive research to determine is Celebrex safe. While it is a physician's responsibility to provide a thorough overview of all the potentia..
221. Kytril Lawsuit
  A brief guide to filing a Kytril lawsuit   The prescription medication Kytril alleviates nausea and vomiting for patients taking chemotherapy treatment. Kytril side effects are uncommon and have not been reported to lead to any fatalities. At this time, most lawyers are not actively pursuing the opportunity to handle a Kytril lawsuit due to the drug&#..
222. Levitra Lawsuit
A brief guide to filing a Levitra lawsuit   Issued to help male patients with erectile dysfunction, taking a Levitra dosage carries several small but significant risks. To date, no Levitra lawsuit has been successful in obtaining a settlement for damage done through use of the drug. No new information has emerged in recent years concerning the risk of adverse ef..
223. Levothroid Lawsuit
  A brief guide to filling a Levothroid lawsuit   The prescription drug manufacturer has sold two separate drugs called Levothroid at different times. It is important to understand that one is no longer manufactured or brought to market. The current known Levothroid side effects include the possibility of decreasing bone density, especially in post-meno..
224. Lexapro
Lexapro What is Lexapro?Lexapro, generically known as Escitalopram, is an prescription based antidepressant manufactured by Forest Laboratories.  It is directed for the acute and maintanence treatment of major depressive disorder (MDD) in adults and adolescents from ages 12 -17 years old.  It is also often prescribed for generalized anxiety disorder (GAD).What is major depres..
225. List of Drugs At A Glance
List of Drugs At A Glance List of DrugsWhat are Drugs?A drug, in a broad sense, is any substance that, when ingested or absorbed into the body, alters normal bodily functions. There is no single definition, as there are different meanings, throughout government bodies, various regulations, and the field of medicine, society and drug control law. In the simplest sense, however, drugs can be classified in..