When Tepezza was introduced to the marketplace, medical professionals and those with thyroid eye disease (TED) were hopeful that this medication could effectively treat the rare condition. Instead, those with TED face serious and life-altering side effects. Cases of permanent tinnitus and hearing loss have…
One of the leading causes of death in the United States is allergic drug reactions. For those diagnosed with Stevens-Johnson Syndrome (SJS) or toxic epidermal necrolysis (TEN), this may not come as a surprise. These conditions can be life-threatening, require immediate medical attention, can lead…
The manufacturer of Tepezza (teprotumumab-trbw), an intravenous treatment for thyroid eye disease (TED), has been under fire since its introduction. A link between the drug and serious hearing issues has been seen among many users, which has led to Tepezza lawsuits being filed nationwide. In…
Each year in the U.S., as many as two million people are diagnosed with Stevens-Johnson Syndrome (SJS), a painful and dangerous skin disorder. Extensive research has shown that over-the-counter and prescription medications for pain, inflammation, mental illnesses, seizures, and infections typically trigger SJS. For example,…
Millions of Americans regularly use hair straightening products, which manufacturers have touted as safe. Last year, research from the U.S. National Institutes of Health (NIH) found that women who regularly use hair relaxers were more likely to develop uterine cancer. A new study from Boston…
For the millions of Americans who suffer from dry eyes, many use artificial tears to soothe their eyes and provide lubrication. But what happens when artificial tears eye drops or ointments are contaminated? Who is responsible for any potential injuries they cause? Who can you…
Two years ago, while Americans were hoping the U.S. government would announce the end of the pandemic and their lives could return to normal, thousands of doctors and their patients were hit with an announcement of a different sort – devastating news from the Dutch…
Consumers nationwide depend on – and place great trust in – over-the-counter (OTC) medications. They can provide much-needed relief from a wide range of temporary and chronic ailments and symptoms, including nausea, colds, allergies, heartburn, muscle spasms, joint pain, infections, and headaches. But with the…
People use artificial tear drops every day to combat dry eye conditions. The cause of dry eyes varies from person to person, and using artificial tears is often recommended to lubricate the eyeball, providing much-needed relief. Causes of dry eyes can include specific medications, health…
Hair straighteners, like all personal care products, may be brought to the market without approval for safety by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA). The law does not require cosmetic products and ingredients, other than color additives, to have FDA approval. However, there are…