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Drugs & Devices Philips Respironics Halts U.S. CPAP Sales
Philips Respironics ceases new U.S. CPAP, BiPAP sales. Discover more about the FDA settlement and ongoing safety measures. Read now for details.

February 1, 2024
Drugs & Devices Ozempic Manufacturer Sues Florida Pharmacies Over ‘Impure’ Weight Loss Drug Copies
Novo Nordisk intensifies legal action against Florida-based Wells Pharmacy and Brooksville Pharmaceuticals, alleging impurities in compounded weight loss drugs.

December 11, 2023
Drugs & Devices The Cost of Chemical Hair Straightener Lawsuit Injuries
Lawyer Daniel Nigh explains the emotional and financial costs of cancer and injuries claimed in chemical hair straightener lawsuits.

November 30, 2023
Drugs & Devices Study Ties Diabetes, Weight Loss Drugs to Serious Digestive Issues
Researchers warn that anyone taking Wegovy, Ozempic, Saxenda or Victoza may be at a higher risk of several digestive issues.

October 17, 2023
Drugs & Devices Study Suggests Sleep Apnea Surgery Relieves Sleeplessness
Most patients with moderate to severe obstructive sleep apnea reevaluated 3.5 years after surgery continued to see improvements in their quality of life.

October 10, 2023
Drugs & Devices FDA Adds Intestinal Blockage as Possible Ozempic Side Effect
Thousands of gastrointestinal disorders have been reported after the use of Ozempic, a diabetes drug that has become popular for weight loss.

October 3, 2023
Drugs & Devices FDA Inspectors Find Quality Control Issues at Semaglutide Facility
Burkholderia cepacian bacteria and other issues were found at a Novo Nordisk facility where semaglutide is made for its Type 2 diabetes drug Rybelsus.

October 2, 2023
Drugs & Devices Philips Agrees to $479 Million Recalled CPAP Settlement
A $479 million partial settlement has been agreed to in order to resolve a class action lawsuit against Philips Respironics over its recalled CPAP machines.

September 24, 2023
Drugs & Devices FDA Urges Caution With Off-Brand Wegovy, Ozempic Drugs
Officials discovered some pharmacies were using the incorrect type of semaglutide during drug compounding, which may not be safe.

July 26, 2023
Drugs & Devices EU Investigates Ozempic, Wegovy After Reports of Suicidal Thoughts
European authorities are scrutinizing the weight loss medications after about 150 cases of self-injury and suicidal thoughts were reported.

July 20, 2023

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