Earlier, plenty of men would avoid talking about it for fear of social ridicule or private humiliation, but as time goes by, an increasing number of men are gradually coming forward to discuss their problem, and it has become clear that millions of men in the USA alone are suffering from this syndrome. Read the rest of this entry »

Today, it is not uncommon to see children suffering from depression or other mental disorders. Many doctors today will prescribe medication, such as Paxil to help improve the child’s mental health disorder or condition. However, what many people do not know is that the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has never approved treatment or use of Paxil for children. The FDA does not regulate medical procedures and a doctor can prescribe a medication for children based solely on their professional knowledge and judgment. Read the rest of this entry »

Astellas Pharma U.S., Inc, manufacturer of Protopic (tacrolimus), is now facing several lawsuits that the drug may cause cancer. Protopic has been on the market for the last five years as a topical medication for eczema. Since its launch, both Protopic and similar drug Elidel (pimecrolimus) have been prescribed to 7.5 million people, including children. Elidel is manufactered by Novartis Pharmaceuticals Corporation. Both Protopic and Elidel were marketed as effective and safe drugs for people with moderate eczema. After all, both these drugs are steroid free and have been considered as suitable alternatives to corticosteroids (traditionally the method of treatment for eczema). Read the rest of this entry »