Doctors say Merck study a ploy Aug 19, 2008
An accompanying editorial, co-written by Annals editor Dr. Harold C. Sox, states that the journal wasn't told the true purpose of ADVANTAGE, which compared Vioxx with an older pain reliever, naproxen, when it published results indicating Vioxx was better tolerated ... Both makers claimed their drugs caused less cramping, diarrhea and dangerous gastrointestinal bleeding than other pain relievers. (The Augusta Chronicle)
Patients Reluctant To Change Surgeons Despite Lure Of Shorter Wait Times Aug 18, 2008
14, 2004) Botox, a household name for wrinkle reduction, could be assuming a new role as a pain reliever. In a study presented at the American Society of Plastic Surgeons (ASPS) Plastic Surgery 2004 conference. (Science Daily)
Perkins perseveres Aug 17, 2008
And a daily regimen of anti-inflammatories, pain relievers and ice is a constant reminder of the sacrifices Perkins makes to live his dream. At some point though, he may not have that choice. (Dawgman.com)
Methadone - growing cause of narcotic deaths Aug 17, 2008
A synthetic form of opium, it is cheap and long-lasting, a powerful pain reliever that has helped millions. But because it is also abused by thrill-seekers and badly prescribed by doctors unfamiliar with its risks, methadone is now the fastest-growing cause of narcotic deaths. (San Francisco Chronicle -- Science)
Humanitarian Needs From Georgia Conflict Still Growing, World Vision Warns Aug 14, 2008
In North Ossetia, World Vision is providing medical supplies such as bandages, crutches, pain relievers, syringes and antibiotics to the wounded through partners. The Christian humanitarian agency also plans to open Child-Friendly Spaces to provide children with a safe and structured environment where they can obtain informal education and interact with other children. (PR Newswire)
Across the area Aug 11, 2008
The employee said a man jumped over the pharmacy counter; took the narcotic pain reliever, valued at $264; and ran out about 5:45 p.m. Saturday, according to a Richmond County sheriff's report. When to water. (The Augusta Chronicle)
Cancer-inhibiting compound found under sea Aug 10, 2008
Many common medications, from pain relievers to cholesterol-reducing statins, stem from natural products that grow on the earth, but there is literally an ocean of compounds yet to be discovered in our seas. Only 14 natural marine products developed are in clinical trials today, Luesch said, and one drug recently approved in Europe is the first-ever marine-derived anticancer agent. (Sify.com, India)
More Topical than Ever: Alternatives to Oral Pain Relievers Aug 9, 2008
"The concept of topical pain relief predates the advent of aspirin and other oral pain relievers by thousands of years," says Phil Mattison, president and founder of Core Products, makers of Ibunex, a topical cream designed for muscles and joints ... Topical pain relievers bypass the digestive system so there is little or no risk of side effects that can potentially damage internal organs like the stomach, liver or even heart ... Topicals do not carry the risk of addiction associated with some... (Canton Daily Ledger, IL)
Americans made over 1 bln hospital, doctor visits in 2006 Aug 7, 2008
Pain relievers were the most common, accounting for 13. 6 percent of all drugs prescribed. (Xinhuanet, China)
M-K Claims Innocence Aug 6, 2008
Medical examiners attributed his death to an accidental overdose from a potent mix of prescription drugs and the pain reliever OxyContin, The Post said. Olsen, who is best-known for her role as Michelle Tanner on the sitcom "Full House," was the first person called after her masseuse discovered Ledger's body, The Post reported. (Fox News)
Medicinal Marijuana Eases Neuropathic Pain in HIV Aug 6, 2008
It included 28 HIV patients with neuropathic pain that wasn't adequately controlled by opiates or other pain relievers. The researchers found that 46 percent of patients who smoked medicinal marijuana reported clinically meaningful pain relief, compared with 18 percent of those who smoked a placebo. (Health-Finder)
Beware Of Sunburn Boosters Aug 5, 2008
NSAIDs include over-the-counter pain relievers such as Advil, Aleve, Motrin, and the prescription drug Celebrex. Balsam of Peru. (CBS News)
Mary-Kate Olsen to Feds: I Won't Talk About Heath Without Immunity Aug 5, 2008
Ledger's death was ruled an accidental drug overdose by medical examiners, caused by a combination of prescription drugs and the pain reliever OxyContin. According to The Post, the latter was likely received illegally. (Fox News)
Fuzzy picture on pitcher Aug 4, 2008
Mike Lowell expected to receive a shot, cortisone or some other pain reliever, to help his ailing hip after yesterday's game. He struggled to get to second after his fourth-inning shot to the left-center-field gap and is expected to get a day off today in Kansas City, Mo. (Boston Globe)
Report: Cold medicine could be life-threatening for babies Aug 4, 2008
To prevent accidental overdoses, people should keep a log of all medications, including common pain relievers such as Tylenol, given to babies. That can help both parents or other caregivers avoid giving a second dose too soon, especially if more than one person is caring for the baby. (USA Today -- News)
Drugs too easy to obtain, critics say Aug 3, 2008
Drugs that used to be reserved for the terminally ill are now widely marketed as pain relievers. On Wednesday, after an eight-month investigation, the Palm Beach County Sheriff's Office arrested Dr. Sergio Rodriguez, a West Palm Beach pediatrician who was allegedly selling prescriptions to adults for cash without any type of examination and attracting customers from as far away as Kentucky. (The Palm Beach Post)
Army says sergeant 'acted inappropriately' Aug 2, 2008
"Pvt. Yiu Lin received the appropriate medical attention and was placed on 48 hours quarters (bed rest in his barracks) and given a pain reliever," the statement said. It wasn't until the night of July 21 that the commander of the 1st Battalion initiated an investigation after his mother, Moniz, made numerous calls to Fort Sill, the Hawaii Army National Guard, and the Red Cross inquiring about her son's condition. (Honolulu Star-Bulletin)
Fatal Medication Errors Occur More ... Aug 1, 2008
Over the counter medications such as cough and cold medications, sleeping pills, antihistamines, and pain relievers and fever reducers can be a lethal mix on their own as well when combined with prescription medications. Again consultation with a registered pharmacist or physician is recommended to understand the warning signs and possible lethal effects. (Suite101.com)
Frankincense: A Miracle Pain Reliever? Aug 1, 2008
com - Frankincense: A Miracle Pain Reliever ... Frankincense: A Miracle Pain Reliever. (FOXNews)
Local Doctor Indicted for Drug Dealing Aug 1, 2008
Dr. John Maye is an OB/GYN. Maye faces two counts of distributing and dispensing hydorcodone, a pain reliever, and alprazolam, used to treat anxiety disorders and panic attacks. If he is convicted, Maye could face five years in prison and a $250,000 fine. (R News)
West Palm pediatrician accused of trafficking Jul 31, 2008
Methadone and oxycodone are powerful pain relievers that used to be reserved for terminally ill patients or, in the case of methadone, addicts trying to wean off heroin. Alprazolam is an anti-anxiety medication that, when combined with pain narcotics, can be deadly. (The Palm Beach Post)
What Type of Headache Do You Have? Jul 30, 2008
It s been nicknamed the suicide headache, " Grosberg said. One female patient likened it to giving birth to 100 babies without an epidural. It s really bad. While migraine suffers tend to retire to a dark room when faced with their pain, cluster sufferers are often agitated and restless, Grosberg said. Triggers: Smoking is a major factor, as is drinking alcohol. What to watch out for: Tearing of the eye on the side of the head with pain, eye redness, nasal congestion, runny nose, drooping... (Fox News)
Health: Deaths from drug misuse skyrocket Jul 30, 2008
He said physicians are prescribing potentially lethal drugs, including the narcotic pain relievers oxycodone and fentanyl, more now than in past decades. A recent report said a street version of fentanyl killed more than 1,000 people in the United States between 2005 and last year. (San Diego Union-Tribune)
Shelton biotech gets $12.3M to test painkillers Jul 29, 2008
Unlike some other pain relievers, like morphine, that relieve pain by working within the brain, the two analgesic drugs being developed by Cara Therapeutics work on peripheral nerve endings. Company officials expect the drugs, since they work on nerve endings, to decrease or eliminate cerebral side effects such as addiction, he said. (New Haven Register, CT)
You Docs: Natural ways to reduce your blood pressure Jul 29, 2008
" Or walk with your buddy. And no excuses: If there's a downpour, you walk; a hurricane, you walk; a blizzard, you walk. Do it in the basement, the playroom or the garage, but walk. You've got it: The changes that work best to reduce blood pressure are lifestyle choices: 60 percent of our patients are able to get off blood pressure meds completely if they do these things. Nothing replaces these changes, but you could try supplementing them with 200 mg a day of CO-enzyme Q10. A few studies have... (Athens Banner-Herald)
Time to tackle prescription drug abuse - Sunday, July 27, 2008 Jul 27, 2008
n Montana comes in ninth in a national ranking of prescription pain reliever abuse among teens and we come in third in a per-capita comparison. More than 13 percent of Montanans ages 18 to 25 reported abusing pain relievers in 2006. (Missoulian, MT)
Digital vs. film mammograms Jul 26, 2008
Do digital mammograms make a difference. Do digital mammograms make a difference. (CNN -- Health)
Commissioner denies sexual harassment claim Jul 24, 2008
He offered to fetch her a pain reliever, then asked if she wanted him to apply pressure to her neck. He did so with his thumbs "for a few seconds," he said. (Juneau Empire)
Bush is nursing the U.S. economy's hangover Jul 24, 2008
The President is using stern words but finding himself unable to resist helping out by providing pain relievers. Mr. Bush had threatened to veto a bill aimed at rescuing the two biggest housing lenders, Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac, because of a provision that he felt would bail out banks rather than homeowners. (Globe and Mail)
How to guide: Do Pemberton right Jul 24, 2008
First aid will be available, but it's a good idea to bring along your own supply of basics such as antihistamines, anti-itch cream and over-the-counter pain relievers. Workers construct one of the two largest tents on the 200 hectare concert sight. (Vancouver Sun)
Prescription for addiction: Abuse of painkillers fastest-growing drug problem in Montana (36) Jul 20, 2008
Last year, the state recorded 141 deaths directly related to the abuse of four kinds of prescription pain relievers, according to toxicology reports at the state crime lab in Missoula ... A recent study conducted by the federal government's Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA) found that Montana ranks third per capita, and ninth overall, in teen abuse of prescription pain relievers, with almost 10 percent of youths between the ages of 12 and 17 abusing the drugs ...... (Missoulian, MT)
The chef with no taste Jul 20, 2008
The liquid is lidocaine, a pain reliever. Ten months ago, Achatz was given a diagnosis of tongue cancer. (Guardian Unlimited)
Parents of blinded girl lose Motrin suit Jul 19, 2008
The main ingredient in Childrens Motrin is ibuprofen, a commonly used anti-inflammatory and pain reliever. One in a millionAt trial, doctors testified that the chances of having a severe allergic reaction to ibuprofen was one in a million. (MSNBC -- Health)
Drug Company Found Not Liable in Girl's Blindness Jul 19, 2008
Children's Motrin, a brand of the pain reliever ibuprofen, is manufactured by Johnson & Johnson s McNeil consumer healthcare unit ... Ibuprofen is found in many over-the-counter pain relievers and cold medicines, including Advil and Nuprin and numerous store brands. (Fox News)
J&J Found Not Liable in Motrin Lawsuit Jul 19, 2008
The lawsuit filed in Los Angeles Superior Court had alleged that the company failed to label the over-the-counter pain reliever with a warning that it could lead to a rare, but potentially fatal allergic reaction with severe rash of the skin and mucous membranes ... Ibuprofen, a widely used pain reliever, is the active ingredient in Motrin, Advil and a variety of other medicines. (ABC News -- Wire)
J&J found not liable in Calif. Motrin lawsuit Jul 18, 2008
Ibuprofen, a widely used pain reliever, is the active ingredient in Motrin, Advil and a variety of other medicines. The company maintained that its product was safe and that packaging materials adequately warned that a doctor should be consulted if any change of medical condition occurred after a young person was given Children's Motrin. (Scientific American)
Perrigo plans growth in Allegan Jul 16, 2008
The world's largest producer of store-brand, over-the-counter drugs, such as Meijer cold medicines and Wal-Mart pain relievers, plans a 30,000-square-foot expansion of its headquarters and a 20,000-square-foot employee training center. The project was expected to win a $8. (Kalamazoo Gazette, MI)
Weeding Out The Highs Of Medical Marijuana Jul 16, 2008
ScienceDaily (July 15, 2008) Research exploring new ways of exploiting the full medicinal uses of cannabis while avoiding unwanted side-effects will be presented to pharmacologists on July 15 by scientists attending the Federation of European Pharmacological Societies Congress, EPHAR 2008. Cannabis is a source of compounds known as cannabinoids, one of which, THC -- the main chemical responsible for the 'high' -- has long been licensed as a medicine for suppressing nausea produced by... (Science Daily)
Fibromyalgia: Little understood... Jul 16, 2008
"We think that aerobic exercise helps to stimulate endorphins and enkephlins from the body which are your own natural pain relievers," Lieberman said. The doctor is quick to point out that even with proper medication and adequate exercise, fibromyalgia has no cure. (CNN -- Law)
J&J Profit Salved by Zyrtec, Sickly Dollar Jul 15, 2008
Jit Salved by Zyrtec, Sickly Dollar (JOHNSON & JOHNSON (JNJ)) at SmartMoney. Tuesday July 15, 2008 9:19 AM ET. (SmartMoney)
Methadone deaths increase as its use as painkiller grows Jul 13, 2008
But as its use as a low-cost pain reliever becomes more widespread, a growing number of people are dying from methadone overdoses ... One of its selling points is its low price, compared with similar pain relievers. (News & Observer)
Car collides with moving train Jul 13, 2008
The Wal-Mart pharmacy told investigators that the prescription, a pain reliever called cephadyn, was refilled on June 16 and picked up on June 17. The person who picked up the prescription confirmed the complainant's name and address, but did not know the date of birth. (Bainbridge Post Searchlight, GA)
EMI names outsider as recordings chief Jul 8, 2008
The new chief executive, Elio Leoni-Sceti, 42, was executive vice president of Reckitt Benckiser, maker of the skin care product Clearasil, French's mustard, Nurofen pain reliever and other products. At EMI, his product lines will include Lily Allen, Coldplay, Norah Jones and the Rolling Stones. (International Herald Tribune -- Technology)
Antidepressants Tied to Gastrointestinal Bleeding Jul 8, 2008
The risk was even higher in people taking SSRIs and other drugs harmful to the GI tract such as pain relievers known as non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs, or NSAIDs. SSRIs reduce symptoms of depression apparently by blocking the reabsorption of the brain chemical serotonin by certain nerve cells in the brain. (Newsmax)
Your Health: For people with leg cramps, many home remedies exist Jul 6, 2008
Even when the doctor does not detect an objective difference, patients taking fish oil report less pain and morning stiffness and take fewer pain relievers (Pain, May 2007). One reader wrote: Fish oil is amazing. (Sioux Falls Tri-State Neighbor, SD)
Road trip! What to do to prepare Jul 3, 2008
Be sure that you have a well-stocked, fresh first aid kit with bandages, gauze, pain reliever, allergy medication and antiseptic. You can buy a good starter kit for around $20, and customize from there to meet your family's needs. (CNN -- Travel)
Your Health: Experts recommend daily doses of vitamin D at 1,000 to 2,000 units Jul 2, 2008
A:The prescription pain reliever Vicodin contains acetominophen and the narcotic hydrocodone. According to the manufacturer, in sensitive people or at high doses, hydrocodone can produce respiratory depression and irregular breathing. (Sioux Falls Tri-State Neighbor, SD)
Girl, 11, Tells of Losing Sight in 'Motrin Blindness'... Jul 2, 2008
Ibuprofen is also found in other pain relievers and cold medicines such as those manufactured by Advil and Nuprin. In its lawsuit, the family contends that Johnson & Johnson should have warned consumers about the possibility of a rare allergic reaction such as the one suffered by Sabrina. (Fox News)
United States Has Highest Level Of Illegal Cocaine And Cannabis Use Jul 2, 2008
(June 29, 2008) The growing body of evidence that marijuana (cannabis) may be effective as a pain reliever has been expanded with publication of a new study in The Journal of Pain reporting that patients with nerve. . (Science Daily)
Lodi police arrest two Stockton residents for allegedly trying to fill fake prescriptions Jul 2, 2008
Porter was allegedly carrying a list of doctors, pharmacies and a type of script to use when calling in prescriptions for narcotics used as pain relievers, according to a Lodi police report. The plan was tried at two Lodi pharmacies, but both suspected fraud. (Lodi News Sentinel, CA)
Drug for Alzheimer's fails in late-stage trial Jul 1, 2008
Still, Lundbeck, a Danish drug company, agreed in May to pay Myriad $100 million initially for the European rights to the drug, which is also known as tarenflurbil and is similar to the pain reliever ibuprofen. Lundbeck said Monday that it would write off that amount in its second-quarter earnings. (International Herald Tribune -- Health)
Marijuana May Be Effective For Neuropathic Pain Jun 30, 2008
ScienceDaily (June 29, 2008) The growing body of evidence that marijuana (cannabis) may be effective as a pain reliever has been expanded with publication of a new study in The Journal of Pain reporting that patients with nerve pain showed reduced pain intensity from smoking marijuana. See also. (Science Daily)
Strange Medical Facts Jun 26, 2008
Codeine is used in prescription drugs as a pain reliever and also a cough suppressant. Because of its addictive properties, it is only available on prescription. (Suite101.com)
Gel hopes to tackle arthritis without side effects Jun 25, 2008
Jeanne Videau has suffered from arthritis pain in her knees for 10 years and like so many others, she turns to over-the-counter pain relievers. Video: Watch the Story. (WWLTV.com, LA)
Editor's mailbag (June 22) Jun 24, 2008
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Do-it-yourself relief Jun 23, 2008
Also try over-the-counter pain relievers, such as acetaminophen (sold as Tylenol or as a lower-cost generic), ibuprofen and naproxen, which typically suffice for this level of pain. Severe-pain solutions. (Montana Standard, MT)
Ways of preventing heatstroke Jun 19, 2008
A wide range of drugs hamper the body's ability to cool down after prolonged sun exposure, Lord says, including many over-the-counter drugs that seem harmless, such as decongestants, antihistamines, laxatives and anti-inflammatory pain relievers like ibuprofen and naproxen. Some other drugs that increase the risk of heat-related illness include alcohol; amphetamines prescribed for ADD or ADHD, such as Ritalin; Xanax and other benzodiazepines prescribed for anxiety or seizures; beta and calcium... (Conshohocken Recorder, PA)
Family Says Daughter Was Blinded by Children's Motrin Jun 19, 2008
A Johnson & Johnson attorney countered that the over-the-counter pain reliever cannot be proven to have caused the rare reaction, MyFOXLosAngeles. com reported. (Fox News)
Metro Briefs Jun 19, 2008
Police alleged that after a search of Cleveland's Hillcrest dorm room, they discovered 24 doses of carisoprodol, a muscle relaxant, and 21 doses of oxycodone, a pain reliever. The drugs were found in his desk drawer, according to police reports. (Daily Iowan, IA)
17-year-old died due to heat stroke Jun 19, 2008
3 milligrams of acetaminophen found in pain relievers such as Tylenol. That level is well below the daily recommended dose of 4 grams, according to the National Institutes of Health. (Lodi News Sentinel, CA)
Don't be so sniffyabout Dr Snake Jun 18, 2008
New studies by Dr Richard Kunin in 1989 showed that genuine Chinese snake oil made from Chinese water snakes is very high in EPA (eicosapentaenoic acid) - a known pain reliever. EPAs are absorbed through the skin and inhibit the production of inflammatory prostaglandins. (Asia Times Online)
Topanga Family Argues Motrin Blinded Child Jun 18, 2008
But a company attorney countered that the very rare allergic reaction, while tragic, cannot be proven to have been caused use of the popular over-the-counter brand of pain reliever. "You have heard them suggest that Johnson & Johnson placed money over children," defense lawyer told jurors. (NBC4.tv, CA)
10 health items to be carried on vacation Jun 17, 2008
Pain relievers like acetaminophen, aspirin, or ibuprofen. 8. (India Times)
Heroic effort may leave us hurting in end Jun 17, 2008
Despite shooting pains that forced him to limp, often doubled him over and led the notorious drug-o-phobe to take pain relievers, he pressed on. It wasn't always his prettiest or most precise golf, but he kept pulling off magic shots in the nick of time to keep pointing toward the prize. (The Augusta Chronicle)
Michaux: An archaic way to find a champion Jun 16, 2008
The USGA is forcing a 45-year-old man with a history of chronic back problems and a one-legged man hopped up on pain relievers to go out and play 18 more holes in the morning to decide who gets a trophy. This cannot be what the handicapping system is all about. (The Augusta Chronicle)
