Xanodyne wins $50 million in financing Oct 31, 2009
In June, the Food and Drug Administration gave Xanodyne the go-ahead to market its Zipsor prescription pain reliever in a liquid-filled capsule. The company also said in the release that it expects the FDA to act soon on its application for approval of Lysteda, an oral medication for the treatment of heavy menstrual bleeding. (Cincinnati Business Courier, OH)
A safe prescription for one can be deadly for another Oct 30, 2009
According to a national survey on Drug Use and Health administered by The Partnership for a Drug-Free America, four types of prescription medications were identified as "commonly abused": Pain relievers, stimulants, sedatives and tranquilizers. Do different groups abuse different types of medications. (Fort Madison Daily Democrat, IO)
Arthritis Treatments Oct 30, 2009
Others try over-the-counter pain relievers such as ibuprofen or naproxen. Other people try alternative methods such as acupuncture. (KFOXTV.com, TX)
Prescription forgery case dismissed as part of plea agreement Oct 30, 2009
Charging documents in the case allege that Hurtman used the stolen prescription sheets to get narcotic pain relievers, including oxycodone, at four different pharmacies. She pleaded guilty in district court in September to a charge of obtaining a drug by fraud and was given a suspended sentence of 18 months in prison and ordered to serve three years of probation. (The Herald-Mail Online)
Erie County sets flu record Oct 29, 2009
"There was a study of Air Force cadets infected with this flu strain where it showed they recovered at the same rate whether they were given Tamiflu or Motrin," an over-the-counter fever reducer and pain reliever, Nadworny said. "It suggests that patients don't need Tamiflu unless they are seriously ill." Relatively few people with swine flu are being hospitalized with serious complications like pneumonia, Nadworny said. (Erie Times-News, PA)
Woman's chest pain needs diagnosis Oct 27, 2009
Take over-the-counter pain relievers, such as ibuprofen or naproxen, if needed. Try using hot or cold compresses to ease the pain. (Erie Times-News, PA)
Q & A with Gerard Cody: What's the status of the town's flu vaccines? Oct 23, 2009
Over the counter pain relievers may help people with the flu feel more comfortable. Children and teens with the flu should never take aspirin, because a rare but serious disease called Reye syndrome can occur. (Lexington Minuteman, MA)
Combo Pill an Option for Diabetes-Related Nerve Pain Oct 22, 2009
NEW YORK (Reuters Health) - A single pill containing the pain relievers tramadol and acetaminophen is as effective as the drug gabapentin for treating diabetes-related nerve pain, according to study findings presented Tuesday at the 20th World Diabetes Congress in Montreal. Gabapentin is an anti-seizure drug frequently prescribed for epilepsy. (MEDLINEplus)
The Top Ten Health Benefits of Turm... Oct 17, 2009
Turmeric is a natural pain reliever and anti-inflammatory Laboratory studies have demonstrated turmeric's potency against virtually all primary inflammatory agents ... Turmeric is a natural pain reliever, Various laboratory studies have demonstrated turmeric's potency against virtually all primary inflammatory agents. (Suite101.com)
Defendant's attorneys say he killed wife, son while under pain medication Oct 17, 2009
Alford said Magee was using a combination of pain relievers for foot pain, which led to him taking stronger drugs. Alford said, "From the time he began taking that pain medication, his life spiraled downward.". (WWLTV.com, LA)
Giving Babies Tylenol May Blunt Vaccines' Effects Oct 16, 2009
Tylenol is the only member of the family of over-the-counter pain relievers that is not a nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drug, or NSAID.. "There's been speculation for a long time that the use of NSAIDs might have an effect" on antibody production after vaccination, but this is far from proved, Treanor said. (Click2Houston, TX)
Schools to hold H1N1 clinics Oct 15, 2009
4 or higher, and to wait until they have gone 24 hours without a temperature or a fever without the aid of a pain reliever or other medication before sending the children to school. This is so we know clearly they do not have a temperature coming back to school, because that is going to break the seal of flu in school, and it will be rampant, McGrath said. (Hamilton Wenham Chronicle, MA)
FDA warns Procter & Gamble for adding vitamin C to Nyquil Oct 15, 2009
Vicks formula contains three drug ingredients: acetaminophen, a pain reliever and fever reducer; dextromethorphan, a cough supressant, and phenylephrine, a decongestant. The Cincinnati-based company said today it believes its marketing materials meet federal regulations. (Honolulu Advertiser)
J&J ekes out profit rise despite sales drop Oct 15, 2009
Chief Financial Officer Dominic Caruso told The Associated Press that among consumer products, the recession particularly hurt sales of nonprescription medicines, such as cold and allergy medicines and pain relievers such as Tylenol. He cited store brands grabbing more market share and distributors reducing their inventories. (Yahoo News -- Pharmaceutical Industry News)
Antibacterial soap caused cracked, split skin Oct 13, 2009
Nerve-blocking medicines can also relieve some of the pain, as can anti-inflammatory drugs and narcotic pain relievers. Write to Peter Gott, c/o United Media, 200 Madison Ave., Fourth Floor, New York, NY 10016. (Erie Times-News, PA)
Health Concerns of the hCG Diet Oct 13, 2009
In 2004 the FTC stopped him from broadcasting his infomercial that claimed his coral calcium supplement would cure cancer, and then again when he claimed that his Biotape pain reliever would not only cure pain, but would do so permanently. The FTC came after him again in 2007, and he was held in contempt for the marketing tactics employed with his current book on the hCG diet. (Suite101.com)
Herbal Cures for Chronic Pain and I... Oct 9, 2009
These natural pain relievers provide relief without the side effects caused by many drugs ... Taken alone or in combination with other herbs, these natural pain relievers can be used to treat chronic inflammation without the serious side effects of chemical pharmaceuticals. (Suite101.com)
Grieving father warns parents about cold medicine Oct 9, 2009
While regular pain relievers are OK for children, the ones with additives like decongestants can be dangerous, he said. The label says the medications should not be taken by children younger than 4, but many parents think giving a smaller dosage is OK, Conner said. (The Herald-Mail Online)
Getting the word out on dangers of acetaminophen overdose Oct 5, 2009
This spring, the FDA issued a rule that labels for over-the-counter pain relievers and fever reducers include warnings about safety risks, such as liver damage. Then this summer, the FDA sought the advice of a joint advisory committee on what changes, if any, need to be made. (Boston Globe)
Health Tip: Treating an Ingrown Toenail Oct 2, 2009
Use an over-the-counter pain reliever such as ibuprofen or acetaminophen. You should start to see improvement within two or three days. (MEDLINEplus)
Confirmed local cases of H1N1 only 'tip of the iceberg' Sep 26, 2009
If you have a runny nose and a minor sore throat and cough, stay home, take an over-the-counter pain reliever, have some chicken soup, turn on a vaporizer and rest. If you have a severe sore throat, or a fever with muscle aches, fatigue and have yellow or green sputum, call your doctor, who may test you for strep throat or influenza. (The Pantagraph newspaper)
Acetaminophen May Prevent Aging Problems Sep 25, 2009
Safe dosages of the common pain reliever acetaminophen may help prevent muscle loss and other conditions related to aging. Studies conducted by Dr. Eric Blough and his colleagues at Marshall University examined how acetaminophen may affect the regulation of protein kinase B (Akt), an enzyme known to play an important role in regulation of cellular survival, proliferation and metabolism. (Newsmax)
FDA panel backs reformulated OxyContin pill Sep 25, 2009
The FDA has made a number of public service advisories on the problem with little success, and more recently started pressuring companies to make pain relievers more difficult to abuse. Type Size. (AZCentral -- Business)
Safe Dosages Of Common Pain Reliever May Help Prevent Conditions Related To Aging, Research Shows Sep 25, 2009
24, 2009) Recent studies conducted by Dr. Eric Blough and his colleagues at Marshall University have shown that use of the common pain reliever acetaminophen may help prevent age-associated muscle loss and other conditions ... (May 16, 2006) The over-the-counter drug acetaminophen is safe to use as a pain reliever and fever reducer after a heart attack, but does not protect the heart muscle, a new study concluded ... 23, 2005) Acetaminophen is the most widely used pain reliever in the United... (Science Daily)
FDA: New OxyContin would be harder to abuse Sep 25, 2009
The FDA has made a number of public service advisories on the problem with little success, and more recently started pressuring companies to make pain relievers more difficult to abuse. In August, drugmaker King Pharmaceutical's Embeda became the first painkiller to win FDA approval as a tamper-proof medication. (MSNBC -- Health)
Perspective on prescription drug abuse needs to change Sep 24, 2009
Jaffee spoke to MeritCare staff in Wahpeton Tuesday to further expose the rampant abuse of pain relievers here and across the nation ... Nearly 35 million have used prescription pain relievers for the same purpose, he said. (Wahpeton Daily News, ND)
Girl falls victim to swine flu (8) Sep 24, 2009
Many cold and flu medications contain pain relievers and fever reducers ... Remember that pain relievers and fever reducers may cause a decrease in temperature over a period of time but these medications do not decrease the ability to spread disease. (McKinney Courier-Gazette, TX)
Detox Dilemma Sep 20, 2009
-based Purdue Pharma, initially said that because of its time-release formulation, it is less addictive than other pain relievers. The company and its executives in 2007 paid more than $600 million in fines for that misbranding. (Juneau Empire)
Sanofi buys Merck's half of animal health business Sep 19, 2009
Pfizer will get Wyeth's booming biotech and vaccine businesses, the Fort Dodge animal health business and a consumer health division with well-known products including Chap Stick, Advil and Anacin pain relievers, and Preparation H for hemorrhoids. Similarly, Merck will acquire Schering's biotech division, a consumer products business with staples like the Dr. Scholl's and Coppertone lines, and one of the industry's strongest pipelines of experimental drugs in development. (NJ.com -- News)
Addicts opens another front in Afghan war Sep 18, 2009
Some were wounded in Afghanistan's civil war from 1992 to 1996 and turned to opium then heroin as a pain reliever. Others used it as an escape from crushing poverty and a sense of hopelessness. (USA Today)
Taisho to Acquire Bristol-Myers Indonesian Unit, Rights for $310 Million Sep 16, 2009
The purchase gives Taisho brands, including the Counterpain and Tempra pain relievers, in 21 Asia-Pacific markets and adds to the distribution channels for its own products. The Tokyo- based drugmaker, which generates less than 10 percent of sales overseas, is expanding into markets including Malaysia and Indonesia with economic growth more than twice that of Japan. (Bloomberg -- Japan)
Plastic Surgeons Should Be Part Of Disaster Relief Planning, Response Sep 13, 2009
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)
Natural Treatment for H1N1 Swine Fl... Sep 11, 2009
It is a potent pain reliever and fever reducer; about a half teaspoon of dried willow bark in tea should be enough to reduce most fevers. Important: Do not give aspirin or its natural alternatives to children under 18 who are running a fever, because of the danger of Reye's syndrome. (Suite101.com)
Ponder this the next time you buy those expensive pet meds Sep 11, 2009
DOLITTLER: VIEWS FROM A VET. an award-winning blog on pet health; she writes weekly for the Miami Herald and monthly for Veterinary Practice News. (USA Today -- Life)
Small town, big problem: 17 young people dead from overdoses in a few years Sep 10, 2009
Most of them start illegal drugs with oxy (OxyContin or one of its close pain reliever relatives). And once they re hooked on that, they move on to heroin because it s cheaper. (Swampscott Reporter, MA)
University readies for swine flu Sep 10, 2009
Other universities are making similar packages available, which include pain relievers and masks to cover the mouth and nose. Page 1 of 2. (Daily Orange, NY)
Fast Healing Remedies for Canker So... Sep 10, 2009
In addition to wanting to speed up the healing process, many people are interested in finding a pain reliever ... Tannic acid in the tea bag acts as a pain reliever. (Suite101.com)
QB Snead among Ole Miss players feeling sick Sep 9, 2009
Players reporting symptoms are seen by a doctor and are put on a regimen of rest with plenty of fluids and pain relievers. The flu's impact could have been much harder on the football team. (ESPN -- College Football)
Is head pain from wireless routers? Sep 9, 2009
Over-the-counter pain relievers and prescription medications did nothing to relieve the headache. After about three months, I was practically an invalid. (Erie Times-News, PA)
Drug disposal program a step forward Sep 9, 2009
Washington ranks sixth in the nation in the abuse of prescription pain relievers, behind Oklahoma, Arkansas, Tennessee, Utah and West Virginia. Locally, the abuse of prescription drugs has had deadly consequences. (Longview Daily News, WA)
Essentials for Your Medicine Cabinet Sep 8, 2009
NEW YORK, Sept. 7, 2009. Expert: Every Home Should Have These at-the-Ready. (CBS News)
Joint and Muscle Pain Relief Sep 8, 2009
Although these substances may take days or weeks to show results, they do so without the serious side effects associated with commercial pain relievers. The Story of MSM. (Suite101.com)
Prepared for swine flu? Here are 10 things... Sep 5, 2009
Fluids and pain relievers can help with achiness and fever. Always check with a doctor before giving children any medicines. (Athens Banner-Herald)
Terumo, Takeda to Co-promote Takeda's Ethical Narcotic Formulations Sep 5, 2009
With the two companies co-promoting ethical narcotic formulations which are used for patients with cancer as pain relievers, both parties believe that the medical and scientific information on the relevant products can be shared with an even greater number of healthcare providers so that both companies can further contribute to the pain relieve treatment for patients with cancer. By Staff Writer. (JCN Network, Japan)
Women at risk for meds abuse Sep 5, 2009
For Penny Gandall, 47, prescription drug abuse wasnt about recreation but just to not hurt and not feel emotional pain, the Cody woman said when sentenced to prison for causing serious injury while driving after using the pain reliever Valium. I spent a number of years on and off drugs for anxiety, she said in court. (Cody Enterprise, WY)
Pharmacy worker, illegal drug sales linked Sep 5, 2009
KINGSBURG -- A 27-year-old employee of a Kingsburg pharmacy was arrested Thursday in connection with the sale of a prescription pain reliever to teenagers and young adults. Law enforcement learned about the alleged sales when a family called Kingsburg police and said their 19-year-old son was illegally buying Norco and had become addicted. (Fresno Bee)
Nurse pleads guilty to felony drug charge Sep 4, 2009
Peppenger entered a treatment program in 1995 due to an addiction to hydrocodone, a narcotic pain reliever, according to court documents. It had been reported by some media outlets that Peppenger had been convicted of a drug crime in the past, which is not the case, Hedland said. (Juneau Empire)
Pfizer To Pay Record $2.3B For Backing Off-Label Use Of Drugs Sep 3, 2009
3 billion over allegations it had marketed the pain reliever Bextra an possibly other drugs for medical conditions different from their approved use. The settlement announced Wednesday also covered Pfizer's promotions of three other drugs: Geodon, an anti-psychotic, Zyvox, an antibiotic, and Lyrica, an anti-epileptic. (W-USA News, DC)
Pfizer to pay $2.3B, Missouri to get $22M Sep 3, 2009
The pharmaceutical giant announced the finalized agreement with the on Wednesday to settle allegations that it improperly promoted numerous drug, including pain reliever Bextra, which Pfizer pulled from the market in 2005, and Zyvox, Geodon and Lyrica. The agreement also settles allegation that Pfizer paid kickbacks to health care professionals to induce them to promote and prescribe its medications. (St. Louis Business Journal, MO)
Walker: 'Michael Jackson was a drug addict' Sep 3, 2009
The reports that in the year prior to being surveyed in 2006, 560,000 Americans age 12 and older abused heroin at least once; more than 16 million Americans took prescription pain reliever, tranquilizer, stimulant, or sedative for nonmedical purposes; 6 million abused in any form; and 1. 5 million abused crack. (CNN -- US)
Like Mother, Like Son: Family Shares Migraine Pain, Too Sep 2, 2009
Unlike Singer, who can take three over-the-counter pain relievers and drink a can of caffeinated soda to get rid of a migraine, Daniel takes a daily preventative pill, which alleviates the severity of the pain but not the frequency of the migraines. During times of stress, which are often during the school year, Daniel can get a migraine two to three times a week. (Fox News)
Swine flu: 10 things you need to know Sep 1, 2009
Fluids and pain relievers like Tylenol can help with achiness and fever. Always check with a doctor before giving children any medicines. (MSNBC -- Health)
It's Not All In Your Head: Descending Neural Mechanisms Of Placebo-induced Pain Control Aug 30, 2009
(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. (May 19, 2007) Chronic back pain is a condition that affects a significant part of the population, with patients falling into three major groups; those with herniated discs, spinal stenosis (a nerve affecting. (Science Daily)
7 un-fun health milestones and how to survive them Aug 29, 2009
Be sure to have an over-the-counter pain reliever for when you get home, and plan on having soup and applesauce for that first night's supper. Thinking Ahead Just give your child a heads-up about what's going to take place. (CNN -- Health)
Drugstores focus on drugs helps it thrive Aug 29, 2009
A space amounting to an office bookshelf stocks a handful of over-the-counter pain relievers and antacids. There are some candy bars by the register and a rack of greeting cards. (Columbus Business First, OH)
An Ear Infection Vaccine Aug 28, 2009
To help a child feel better, doctors often suggest ear drops or over the counter pain relievers like ibuprofen and acetaminophen. Finally, a follow up appointment is recommended to make sure there isn't fluid building up in the ears that can affect a child's hearing. (W-USA News, DC)
Fraud soars with abuse of meds Aug 27, 2009
Some dentists have found 1-3 people every week having teeth pulled just to get the prescription pain relievers, Herrmann said. Often people become addicted to the drugs prescribed to them, then try to get additional drugs illegally, Police Chief Perry Rockvam said. (Cody Enterprise, WY)
Treating Your Pet at Home: Do's and Don'ts Aug 25, 2009
You might think that it's safe to give your pets the pain relievers and anti-inflammatory medication that all of us have at home, such as aspirin, ibuprofen and acetaminophen, but Becker says that's a big no-no. These drugs aren't dangerous to people, but they are to pets, especially cats. (ABC News)
• No-flour, no sugar diet may resolve mild diabetes Aug 25, 2009
Numerous over-the-counter pain relievers such as ibuprofen, acetaminophen, naproxen sodium and aspirin are available. Glucosamine/chondroitin or topical lotions with capsaicin might help. (Burley South Idaho Press, ID)
Health Tip: Managing Menstrual Cramps Aug 21, 2009
Use an over-the-counter pain reliever, such as naproxen sodium or ibuprofen. Apply a hot water bottle or heating pad to the abdominal area. (MEDLINEplus)
Many Teens Share Prescription Drugs Aug 20, 2009
The most commonly shared prescriptions were allergy drugs and narcotic pain relievers like Oxycontin and Darvocet, followed by antibiotics, acne medications like Accutane, and mood drugs such antidepressants and anti-anxiety medications. What's more, the study found, three-quarters of prescription "borrowers" said they did so instead of seeing a doctor. (MEDLINEplus)
Juneau OKs random drug tests for high school athletes Aug 20, 2009
The policy approved Tuesday is in response to what some described as a teen drug "crisis" in Juneau, especially with the use of the prescription pain reliever OxyContin. Among those testifying for the testing program were members of the Juneau-Douglas High School baseball team. (Anchorage Daily News)
Incident with hammer prompts assault charge Aug 20, 2009
The officer's search revealed an over-the-counter pill container inside the center console containing three Tramadol pills, a prescription pain reliever. The officer also found a hollow plastic cylinder used for oral consumption of powder-based drugs, a folded $1 bill and a plastic bag containing a white powdery substance that later tested positive for codeine, also a prescription pain reliever. (Daytona Beach News Journal -- Local)
Vicodin, Tylenol among drugs FDA scrutinizing Aug 15, 2009
In the minds of many consumers, acetaminophen has long been the safest of pain relievers ... Despite the potential for overdose, doctors say acetaminophen is among the safest pain relievers available when taken appropriately. (San Francisco Chronicle -- Science)
City dips toes in IPOs Aug 15, 2009
Company officials say the U.S. market for injectable pain relievers was about 679 million units in 2008. But Morningstar analyst Brian Laegeler says the three drugs in Cumberland s pipeline have limited prospects. (Nashville Business Journal, TN)
