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ORTHO EVRA NEWS
ALERT
Feb 19, 2006 - The FDA conceded findings of a new study indicating women using the Ortho Evra birth-control patch have twice the risk of developing blood clots than those taking birth-control pills. After years of debate, Ortho-McNeil recently admitted that women who use the product are at an increased risk of blood clots, stroke and death. Read More
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ANTIDEPRESSANTS
INCREASE BIRTH DEFECTS
Feb 9, 2006 - A study in the NEJM noted a 6 fold increase in pulmonary hypertension in newborns whose mothers were on Prozac. This follows a September alert from the FDA that use of Paxil during pregnancy may increase the risk of birth defects. These drugs, together with Celexa and Zoloft, belong to a class of antidepressants which act to prolong the effect of the chemical serotonin.
Cerebral Palsy FAQs
Is there statute of limitations for Cerebral Palsy cases?
Most claims must be filed within a certain amount of time of the
injury. In New York, the statute of limitations for a personal
injury is three years. It is imperative that these statutes are
observed because once they expire, cases may be barred forever. To
discuss your case,
contact Oshman & Mirisola, LLP.