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Articles: Misleading Drug Ads

Government agencies try to crack down on drug companies for false and misleading advertising, but that doesn’t seem to stop these big spenders. Be sure you read more about these drugs identified by Forbes magazine as those with the most misleading ads – before you start taking them.

Zoloft

If you’ve gone to your doctor and been told you were suffering from depression, your doctor may have recommended Zoloft.

Paxil

While Paxil is a popular medication that many Americans are taking, you should know that Paxil can have some serious side effects, and can create more problems when you stop taking it. It is important to be informed before taking this or any other drug.

Cymbalta

Cymbalta is one of several medications being prescribed for pain associated with fibromyalgia. You or your doctor may have considered Cymbalta or you may have seen promotional materials recommending it for treatment of fibromyalgia pain.

Latisse

Americans spend a LOT of money on cosmetics and treatments to improve their appearance and we all like to look our best. Some of these products are safe and some are less safe. You will want to be careful about any drug that you use to improve your appearance.

Kaletra

Many patients suffering from HIV infection and AIDS have been helped, had their life expectancy greatly improved and been saved by advances in medication. If you have HIV, you or your doctor may be considering Kaletra as part of your treatment.

Mirena

If you are considering birth control, you may have heard about Mirena. Before making the decision to use this or any other form of birth control, you should research your options, talk to your doctor and become informed.

Treximet

Many people suffer from migraine headaches, an excruciating condition that can make the ordinary demands of life impossible. There are many medications available to treat migraines. If you or your doctor are considering Treximet, there are things you should know about this drug before you decide to take it.

Depakote

Depakote and Depakote ER are brand names for the drug valproate and are marketed in the United States by Abbott Laboratories. Depakote was approved by the FDA to treat epileptic seizures, bipolar mania and for the prevention of migraines.

Ertaczo

If you’ve ever had athlete’s foot (tinea pedis), you know how annoying it is and how much someone might want to get rid of it. There are many remedies for this fungal infection, both prescription and over the counter. If you’re considering the prescription remedy Etraczo, there are some things you should know about this medication.

Dacogen

Dacogen was approved by the Food and Drug Administration to treat a condition called acute myelodysplastic (myel= from the spine or bone marrow + displastic= developing incorrectly) syndromes, a blood cell disorder that, if left untreated, can turn into leukemia.