FDA: Viberzi Linked to Pancreatitis, Death Risk
The anti-diarrhea drug Viberzi has been linked to 120 reports of severe pancreas inflammation (pancreatitis) and death. These life-threatening side effects are more likely in people without gallbladders.
Cook Celect® IVC Filter Lawsuit Filed in Florida
The FDA recommends removing IVC filters within 29 and 54 days, ideally. Recent studies show that 39% of Celect® filters puncture the vein within 30 days, often into nearby organs. This can make the filter impossible to remove and result...
Blood Clot IVC Filter Injury Lawsuit Filed in Pennsylvania
Around 3,000 lawsuits have been filed by people who were injured by severe, life-threatening side effects of Inferior Vena Cava (IVC) blood clot filters manufactured by Cook Medical and other companies.
Pennsylvania Woman Files IVC Filter Lawsuit
A lawsuit has been filed by a woman who was injured by an IVC blood clot filter. Studies show that 90% of these filters tilt in the vein, often within a few weeks, and 43% eventually puncture through the vein.
Sears Craftsman Table Saws Recalled
Around 46,000 Craftsman portable 10" table saws were recalled because the stand can collapse unexpectedly. Nine people suffered hand injuries, broken bones, shoulder strains, or amputations.