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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.
Medical Malpractice FAQs
What is the definition of a medication error?
A medication error is defined as "... any preventable event that may cause or
lead to inappropriate medication use or patient harm, while the medication is
in the control of the health care professional, patient, or consumer. Such
events may be related to professional practice, health care products,
procedures, and systems including: prescribing; order communication; product
labeling, packaging and nomenclature; compounding; dispensing; distribution;
administration; education; monitoring; and use".