Wednesday, February 19, 2014

NovoLog

Get emergency medical help if you have any of these signs of insulin allergy:
Itching skin rash over the entire body
Wheezing
Trouble breathing
Fast heart rate
Sweating
Or feeling like you might pass out.
Call your doctor if you have a serious side effect such as:
Swelling in your hands or feet
Low potassium:
     confusion
     uneven heart rate
     extreme thirst
     increased urination
     leg discomfort
     muscle weakness
     limp feeling

Lantus

Get immediate attention by a physician if you have any of the side effects below. They may be caused by an allergic reaction.

Itching skin rash over the entire body
Wheezing
Trouble breathing
Fast heart rate
Sweating
Or feeling like you might pass out.

This type of insulin is a man made kind of insulin. If you would like to read up more please go to the link below
http://www.drugs.com/lantus.html

You may report side effects to FDA at 1-800-FDA-1088

Merck recalls combination cholesterol drug Liptruzet

According to the associated press on Published January 15, 2014 the pharmaceutical makers of the drug Liptruzet has recalled all forms of this medication. They state that some of the foil pouches that are suppose to protect against air hitting the pills are defective and allow the air to effect the pills. This is just an FYI to anyone using this cholesterol drug. If you are concerned and would like to read more about this please refer to the below link for the full article.

http://www.foxnews.com/health/2014/01/15/merck-recalls-combination-cholesterol-drug/

As always I love you and God bless!
Melinda