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Frenkel & Frenkel offers this in-depth explanation of the potential side effects of Accutane, including recent reports of new side effects. The side effects of Accutane, a prescription drug taken orally for the treatment of severe acne,

Pradaxa warnings issued by the FDA have many patients wondering how the drug’s side effects will affect their health. Pradaxa, a blood-thinning drug used to reduce stroke risk in patients with non-valvular atrial fibrillation (AF), has been closely

Paxil, a popular antidepressant prescription medication, has been linked to thoughts of suicide, mood or behavior changes and increased depression among those who have taken the drug. In addition, Paxil has shown an increased risk of heart

Zoloft is a prescription antidepressant used to treat anxiety and obsessive-compulsive disorders. In addition, the drug has been prescribed to women to reduce the symptoms of premenstrual dysphoric disorder, including mood swings, bloating and breast tenderness.  Zoloft, or

Metoclopramide, sold under the drug name Reglan, is prescribed to patients suffering from gastrointestinal problems, such as slow stomach emptying, nausea, vomiting or loss of appetite. It is also prescribed for patients suffering from the nausea and vomiting

Prescribed along with a diet and exercise program, Avandia, also known as rosiglitazone, is prescribed to patients suffering from type 2 diabetes. The drug works by increasing the body’s sensitivity to insulin, which controls blood sugar levels.  Research

Accutane, an oral medication used to treat severe acne, carries a label warning patients that the drug may cause serious side effects, including birth defects. However, the drug has also been linked to other illnesses, such as

Reglan, also known as metoclopramide, has been prescribed for gastro-esophageal reflux (GER) and gastro-esophageal reflux disease (GERD), as well as to combat nausea. The drug speeds up the rate at which food moves from the stomach to