new concerns that bisphosphonates might increase the risk of esophageal cancer and femur fractures

October 2010

See updated information from the FDA concerning bisphosphonates and increased risk of thigh bone fracture You'll hear about new concerns that bisphosphonates might increase the risk of esophageal cancer and femur fractures. ...

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Table of Contents

Cardiology more drug combos for uncomplicated hypertension
Diabetes Recent FDA actions have people asking about Avandia and Actos
Immunizations whether patients allergic to eggs can still get the flu vaccine
Psychiatry Silenor (SI-leh-nor) and Oleptro (oh-LEP-tro) are two NEW formulations of the OLD drugs doxepin and trazodone
Bisphosphonates new concerns that bisphosphonates might increase the risk of esophageal cancer and femur fractures
Renal & Urology WOMEN get alpha-blockers (tamsulosin, etc) to improve symptoms due to bladder outlet obstruction
Oral Health how to treat dry mouth
Gastroenterology There's confusion about pancreatic enzyme products
Respiratory & Allergy acetaminophen might increase the risk of asthma in kids
Contraceptives controversy over the new emergency contraceptive, Ella (ulipristal)
Should ALL NSAIDs be avoided in patients with aspirin reactions
what works for tinnitus
whether fish oil and other omega fatty acids help prevent heart disease